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Erectile dysfunction is the inability to get and keep a firm erection enough for intercourse. One of every ten men suffers from ED at some point during their lifetime. Note that this condition could also be a symptom of another underlying health pro..

Candidemia is a fungal infection caused by a yeast called Candida normally lives on the skin and inside the body. This infection typically lives in the mouth, throat, gut, and vagina without causing problems. This fungus can cause infections if it g..

An athlete’s foot is a fungal skin infection that usually begins between the toes. It commonly occurs in people whose feet have become very sweaty while confined within tight-fitting shoes. This fungal skin is closely related to other fungal infec..

What are Seizures? A seizure is a medical condition that causes a temporary and unstoppable surge of electrical activity in your brain. The affected brain cells uncontrollably fire signals to others around them and overload the affected areas of ..

What is Zollinger Ellison Syndrome? Zollinger Ellison syndrome is a condition where one or more tumor grows in the pancreas or upper part of the small intestine. The growth is called gastrinomas. It produces a large amount of gastrin that causes ..

A skin crack is usually caused by a lack of moisture. Normally, the top layer of skin is made up of dead cells and natural oils that help trap moisture to keep the skin soft and smooth. In most cases, experiencing dry skin, or xerosis cutis isn’t ..

Herpes affects young adults and usually does not cause any symptoms. Sometimes the symptoms are mild and are mistaken for another skin condition. If you think you have herpes, see your doctor as soon as possible. It’s easier to diagnose when there..

Rhinitis can cause a variety of sleep disturbances. If you want to pinpoint the root of your sleep problems, and you suspect that allergies are the culprit, talk to your family physician or an otolaryngologist. Your physician may initially recommend..

​Diabetes is a chronic medical condition that causes problems with the body's ability to change food into fuel for the body. Children in the United States have been affected by diabetes. Type-1 diabetes is much more common in young people than typ..

Hormone replacement medications are most often used to treat common menopausal symptoms, including hot flashes and vaginal discomfort. However, there are risks associated with using hormone medications. These risks depend on the type of hormone medi..