Also known as arthrogryposis multiplex congenital or AMC, arthrogryposis is a rare disorder that is present from birth and which is marked by many joint contractures. Some patients of this non-progressive condition may also suffer from weak muscles, fibrosis, and poor muscle tone. The name has its origins in the Greek language, literally meaning “curved,… Continue reading What is Arthrogryposis ?
Category: Diseases and Conditions
Burning sensation in Stomach
It is well known that the stomach is a part of the digestive system and is located below the rib cage, towards the top left side of the abdominal cavity. Its main function is to breakdown food, and then digest it with the help of varied acids, enzymes, and other juices produced by the glands… Continue reading Burning sensation in Stomach
Uric acid crystals in urine
The breakdown of purine by the body during metabolism results in the release of a byproduct called uric acid. Purine naturally occurs in the body as well as some foods like anchovies, oatmeal, dried beans, sea fish, and meat, etc. It gets eliminated during urination. The uric acid released as a metabolic byproduct travels through… Continue reading Uric acid crystals in urine
Yellow around Eyes
Yellow around eyes is not a condition by itself, but a symptom of some other underlying condition, particularly jaundice. Yellow around eyes can be a symptom of a mild condition like side effect of medications, or it can be a sign of serious diseases such as malaria, hepatitis, sickle cell anemia,liver cirrhosis,fructose intolerance, pancreatic or… Continue reading Yellow around Eyes