Guillain-Barre syndrome is a disease wherein the immune system of the body attacks the nerves. Initial symptoms include tingling and weakness feeling in the extremities of the body. Later, the sensations may spread to other parts of the body eventually resulting in complete paralysis. In very serious cases of this syndrome the affected person has… Continue reading Guillain-Barre Syndrome
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Lie Bumps on Tongue
White bumps on tongue are medically referred to as ‘Transient lingual papillitis’. In this condition, the fungi-form papilla of the tongue becomes inflamed. This condition is also commonly known as ‘lie bumps’. These are special kinds of bumps that occur on the tongue’s surface. Fungiform papillae consist of taste buds, which are particularly regulator of… Continue reading Lie Bumps on Tongue
Pierre Robin Syndrome
Pierre Robin syndrome is a condition featuring distinctive facial anomalies. It is also said to be a sequential disorder or a ‘sequence ’because of the associated abnormalities of the body, where 1 defect leads to another. The real reason for this disorder is not known till date; still it is held that some chromosomal hereditary… Continue reading Pierre Robin Syndrome
Sturge-Weber Syndrome
Sturge-Weber syndrome, also called as ‘encephelotrigeminal angiomatosis’ is a disorder which is present from birth, but is not inherited. Sturge-Weber syndrome is an uncommon disorder and some features of this syndrome include anomalies of the nervous system and a congenital birthmark on the face. However, research studies show that skin injuries may occur due to… Continue reading Sturge-Weber Syndrome