A dermoid cyst is the growth of normal tissue in an abnormal place in the body. The cyst is benign (not cancer). It contains different types of tissue, such as hair follicles, cartilage, sweat glands, and glands that make skin oils. A dermoid cyst in the brain or spinal cord is a rare type of dermoid cyst. They often appear in children under age 10, but can also appear in older children and young adults.
A colloid cyst is a type of brain cyst. The cyst usually contains a thick gel-like substance called colloid. A colloid cyst is generally benign (not cancer).
Carnitine is a nutrient that helps the body's cells work normally. Secondary carnitine deficiency is when there isn't enough carnitine in the blood. Read this to learn more about this condition, including the causes, symptoms, ways to diagnose it, and the treatment options.
Carnitine is a nutrient that helps the body's cells work normally. Primary carnitine deficiency is when not enough carnitine can get into cells in the body. It is a rare health problem a child is born with. Learn more about it, including the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
Thrush is a type of fungal infection in the mouth and throat. Thrush does not usually affect healthy adults. It is more common in people with a weakened immune system. It is also more likely if you take antibiotics. Thrush is normally not contagious.
A brain cyst is an abnormal fluid-filled sac in the brain. A cyst may contain blood, pus, or other material. In the brain, a cyst may contain cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). CSF normally bathes and cushions the brain and spinal cord. Often, a brain cyst begins before birth.
Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) is a type of treatment to help wounds heal. During the treatment, a device lowers air pressure on the wound.
A mitral valve replacement is a surgery to replace a mitral valve that doesn't work well. It's replaced with a new valve.
Lead extraction is the removal of wires from your heart. The wires are part of an implanted cardiac device.
An event monitor is a device used to record your heart's electrical activity. It's portable, so you carry it with you. It helps to diagnose some kinds of abnormal heart rhythm and other health conditions. It records your heart's activity when you have symptoms.