A young girl's health story has caught the eye of medical experts. She was born with a mix of rare conditions. These included issues with hormone production and a blockage in her rectum. Her case is unique because it involves a specific gene mutation. This gene is known as Fibroblast growth factor receptor 1 or FGFR1. This gene plays a big role in how the body grows ...
First, let's talk about whiplash. It's not just about neck pain. Sometimes, it can mess with your eyes too. This is called whiplash maculopathy. It's a mouthful, but it's important to know about. It happens when the sudden back-and-forth movement of the neck affects the macula. That's the part of the eye responsible for sharp, detailed vision. The macula is super i...
In the realm of heart surgery, there are times when doctors face truly unique challenges. One such case involved a patient with Behcet's disease. This condition is known for causing inflammation in blood vessels. It can lead to serious issues, including problems with the heart's valves. The patient in question had already undergone a procedure to replace their aorti...
When a family member refuses medical treatment for someone who cannot decide for themselves, things get complicated. This is especially true when religious beliefs come into play. In places where most people follow Islam, doctors often face a tough choice. They must figure out if Islamic law allows them to go against a family's wishes. This is a tricky situation that...
In Japan, the number of people with Barrett's esophageal adenocarcinoma (BEA) has been climbing. This is due to several factors. Fewer people are getting infected with Helicobacter pylori. Plus, diets are becoming more Westernized. And obesity rates are going up. But finding BEA in someone in their 20s is very uncommon. This is the story of one such case. A 20-year-...
Pregabalin is a drug that has gained attention for the wrong reasons. It is typically prescribed to manage epilepsy, nerve pain, and anxiety. However, its calming and euphoric effects have led some people to misuse it. This misuse is becoming a bigger problem, especially in areas where traditional drug issues have been tackled. A recent incident involving a 20-year-o...
Dupilumab is a medication used to treat certain skin conditions. It can cause some unexpected side effects. Two people experienced something unusual after taking Dupilumab and drinking alcohol. Their faces turned red, a condition known as facial flushing. This isn't a common side effect, but it's important to be aware of it. Facial flushing is not typically associat...
Bone tumors can be scary, but most are not dangerous. One such tumor is called ossifying fibroma. It's a lump that has bone-like tissue inside a fibrous tissue. It's kind of like a small, hard ball of tissue. This tumor is usually found in people between 20 and 40 years old, and it's more common in females. But it can also happen to kids and teens. This case is speci...
Polypoidal Choroidal Vasculopathy (PCV) is no joke, it's a disease with abnormal blood vessels in the eye that can mess up your vision. Doctors wanted to know if a new treatment, Faricimab, would work better than what was already out there. They had a patient who had tried other treatments. These treatments didn't work well and the patient was dealing with a lot of...
Years before we are born, tiny changes can happen while we grow in the womb. Some of these changes are small and may not be noticed. They may even cause only minor trouble. Others can lead to major problems with how we eat and how we talk. This also includes how our teeth come in. Sometimes, these changes can get bundled together and form a synd...