- 21. Tapeworm infection
- (Tapeworm infection)
- ... and eyes are typically removed, since they can eventually threaten organ function. Your doctor might recommend a drainage tube as an alternative to surgery. The tube allows aggressive rinsing (irrigation) ...
- 22. Rocky Mountain spotted fever
- (Rocky Mountain spotted fever)
- ... membrane in your mouth, nose or eyes. Rocky Mountain spotted fever primarily occurs when ticks are most active and during warm weather when people tend to spend more time outdoors. Rocky Mountain spotted ...
- 23. Reye's syndrome
- (Reye's syndrome)
- Reye's (Ryes) syndrome is a rare but serious condition that causes swelling in the liver and brain. Reye's syndrome most often affects children and teenagers recovering from a viral infection and who ...
- 24. Retinoblastoma
- (Retinoblastoma)
- Retinoblastoma is an eye cancer that begins in the retina — the sensitive lining on the inside of your eye. Retinoblastoma most commonly affects young children, but can rarely occur in adults. Your ...
- 25. Retinal detachment
- (Retinal detachment )
- Retinal detachment describes an emergency situation when a critical layer of tissue (the retina) at the back of the eye pulls away from the layer of blood vessels that provides it with oxygen and nutrients. ...
- 26. Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)
- (Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV))
- ... disease — experiences difficulty breathing, runs a high fever or turns blue, particularly on the lips and in the nail beds. Respiratory syncytial virus enters your body through your eyes, nose or ...
- 27. Tularemia
- (Tularemia)
- Tularemia is a rare infectious disease that can attack the skin, eyes and lungs. Often called rabbit fever or deerfly fever, tularemia is caused by the bacterium Francisella tularensis. The disease ...
- 28. Lesbian and Bisexual Health Fact Sheet
- (Lesbian and Bisexual Women)
- ... (TRIK-uh-muh-NEYE-uh-suhss) or "Trich." Trichomoniasis is caused by a parasite that can be spread during sex. You can also get trichomoniasis from contact with damp, moist objects, such as ...
- 29. Viral Hepatitis
- (Gay and Bisexual Men's Health)
- ... include: fever, fatigue, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark urine, grey-colored bowel movements, joint pain and jaundice (a yellowing of the skin or eyes). Can viral ...
- 30. Vitiligo
- (Vitiligo)
- Vitiligo (vit-ih-LI-go) is a condition in which your skin loses melanin, the pigment that determines the color of your skin, hair and eyes. Vitiligo occurs when the cells that produce melanin die or ...
- 31. Esophageal varices
- (Esophageal varices)
- ... confused or less able to concentrate? Have you lost weight? Have you noticed any swelling of your abdomen or legs? Have you ever had hepatitis or yellowing of your eyes or skin (jaundice)? Have ...
- 32. Hypothyroidism
- (Hypothyroidism)
- ... When newborns do have problems with hypothyroidism, they may include: Yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes (jaundice). In most cases, this occurs when a baby's liver can't metabolize a substance ...
- 33. Ulcerative colitis
- (Ulcerative colitis)
- ... and eyes An increased risk of colon cancer A rapidly swelling colon (toxic megacolon) If you suspect that you have ulcerative colitis, you're likely to start by first seeing your family doctor ...
- 34. East Meets West - Is TCM good for your kid?
- (Shanghai Health)
- ... look at the child's eyes, tongue and skin color. The practitioner will also listen to the quality of the child's breathing. 2. The practitioner will also ask about the child's medical history. Some questions ...
- 35. Wilson's disease
- (Wilson's disease)
- ... skin and eyes (jaundice) When to see a doctor Make an appointment with your doctor if you have any signs and symptoms that worry you. If a family member has been diagnosed with Wilson's disease, ...
- 36. Whooping cough
- (Whooping cough)
- ... mild at first and resemble those of a common cold: Runny nose Nasal congestion Sneezing Red, watery eyes A mild fever Dry cough After a week or two, signs and symptoms worsen. Thick mucus ...
- 37. Whipple's disease
- (Whipple's disease)
- ... and eyes. Without proper treatment, Whipple's disease can be serious or fatal. But no matter which part of your body Whipple's disease affects, a course of antibiotics can provide successful treatment. ...
- 38. West Nile virus
- (West Nile virus)
- ... Nile fever. Common signs and symptoms of West Nile fever include: Fever Headache Body aches Fatigue Skin rash (occasionally) Swollen lymph glands (occasionally) Eye pain (occasionally) ...
- 39. Wegener's granulomatosis
- (Wegener's granulomatosis)
- ... in urine (hematuria) Skin sores Eye redness, burning or pain Double or decreased vision Fever Weakness and fatigue, possibly associated with low red blood cell count (anemia) For some people, ...
- 40. Men Health - Get Health Screening in Shanghai
- (Health Check-ups Shanghai)
- ... can cause problems with your heart, brain, eyes, feet, kidneys, nerves, and other body parts. High Blood Pressure in Shanghai Starting at age 18, have your blood pressure checked at least every 2 years. ...
