The color of the human skin is due to a brown pigment called melanin. Pigmentation or coloration of the skin is dependent on the amount
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Rosacea is a chronic inflammation of the eyes and the central part of the face. Though it is a benign disorder, it can cause annoying
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Cryptosporidiosis is a type of gastroenteritis caused by a zoonotic enteric parasite of the genus Cryptosporidium. The disease is typically characterized by acute diarrhea that
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Arthritis is a general term to describe inflammation of the joints. However, there are different types of arthritis, including osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
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The risk of HIV infection as a result of receiving an organ transplant is low. All organ donors undergo screening for HIV risk factors and
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Agoraphobia is based on the presence of fear of situations which are grouped into five categories. These categories are: public transportation open spaces enclosed public
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Neurogenic bladder is a loss of bladder control caused by damage to the nerve supply of the bladder. The damage can involve the brain, the
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The groundbreaking sequencing of the human genome was announced in 2001. It was undoubtedly a historical achievement in human biology and medicine; however, it gave
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Raynaud’s phenomenon is a relatively rare medical condition which causes a reduction of blood circulation to the fingers or toes when exposed to cold temperatures
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Urea cycle disorders are congenital diseases that are caused by a dysfunctional urea cycle. The genetics and biochemistry of these disorders have been extensively studied.
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