Malaria
An infectious disease caused by protozoan parasites from the Plasmodium family that can be transmitted by the bite of …
1 min readA comprehensive reference of 41 common medical conditions and diseases — their symptoms, management strategies, and when to seek medical care. This section is derived from evidence-based symptom data.
This section covers 41 common medical conditions, organized alphabetically. Each article describes the typical symptoms and provides practical guidance on management and when to seek care.
An infectious disease caused by protozoan parasites from the Plasmodium family that can be transmitted by the bite of …
1 min readA migraine can cause severe throbbing pain or a pulsing sensation, usually on one side of the head. It's often …
1 min readOsteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, affecting millions of people worldwide. It occurs when the …
1 min readIntracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) is when blood suddenly bursts into brain tissue, causing damage to your brain. Symptoms …
1 min readPeptic ulcer disease (PUD) is a break in the inner lining of the stomach, the first part of the small intestine, or …
1 min readPneumonia is an infection in one or both lungs. Bacteria, viruses, and fungi cause it. The infection causes inflammation …
1 min readPsoriasis is a common skin disorder that forms thick, red, bumpy patches covered with silvery scales. They can pop up …
1 min readTuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease usually caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB) bacteria. Tuberculosis …
1 min readAn acute illness characterized by fever caused by infection with the bacterium Salmonella typhi. Typhoid fever has an …
1 min readUrinary tract infection: An infection of the kidney, ureter, bladder, or urethra. Abbreviated UTI. Not everyone with a …
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