- 1. What Is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder?
- (ADD/ADHD)
- ... at birth Exposure to toxins in the environment, like lead Being delivered prematurely Use of alcohol and tobacco while pregnant An injury to the brain What doesn't lead to ADHD is too much ...
- 2. Inflammatory breast cancer
- (Inflammatory breast cancer)
- ... injury or breast infection (mastitis) may cause redness, swelling and pain. If you've been treated for a breast infection but your signs and symptoms persist, contact your doctor. Your doctor may recommend ...
- 3. Impetigo
- (Impetigo)
- ... an infection. In adults, impetigo is usually the result of injury to the skin — often by another dermatological condition such as dermatitis. Children are commonly infected through a cut, scrape or insect ...
- 4. Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP)
- (Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP))
- ... a lack of any injury. In most children with ITP, the disorder follows a viral illness, such as the mumps or the flu. It may be that an infection sets off the immune system, triggering it to malfunction. ...
- 5. Pseudotumor cerebri
- (Pseudotumor cerebri)
- ... brain and spinal cord are surrounded by cerebrospinal fluid, which acts like a cushion to protect these vital tissues from injury. This fluid is produced in the brain and eventually is absorbed into the ...
- 6. Growth plate fractures
- (Growth plate fractures)
- ... ligaments and tendons. Because growth plates are so fragile, an injury that would result in a joint sprain for an adult can cause a growth plate fracture in your child. Growth plate fractures often need ...
- 7. Growing pains
- (Growing pains)
- ... or the pain is: Persistent Still present in the morning Severe enough to interfere with your child's normal activities Located in the joints Associated with an injury Accompanied by other ...
- 8. Greenstick fractures
- (Greenstick fractures)
- ... it can be difficult to tell the difference between a greenstick fracture and a soft-tissue injury, such as a sprain or a bad bruise. When to see a doctor Seek medical attention if your child is unable ...
- 9. Golfer's elbow
- (Golfer's elbow)
- ... can take a toll on your muscles and tendons. Racket sports. Excessive topspin can hurt your elbow. Using a racket that's too small or heavy also can lead to injury. Throwing sports. Improper ...
- 10. Glaucoma
- (Glaucoma)
- ... called primary when the cause is unknown and secondary when the condition can be traced to a known cause, such as eye injury, medications, certain eye conditions, inflammation, tumor, advanced cataract ...
- 11. Geographic tongue
- (Geographic tongue)
- ... of disease or injury. The reason for this immune system error isn't well understood. Some people with geographic tongue have a family history of the disorder. Therefore, genetics may be a contributing ...
- 12. Gastritis
- (Gastritis)
- ... that causes most stomach ulcers. However, other factors — such as injury, regular use of certain pain relievers or drinking too much alcohol — also can contribute to gastritis. Gastritis may occur suddenly ...
- 13. Gangrene
- (Gangrene)
- ... in the affected tissue. Swelling, blistering and a wet appearance are common features of wet gangrene. It can develop after a severe burn, frostbite or injury. It often occurs in people with diabetes who ...
- 14. Ganglion cysts
- (Ganglion cysts)
- ... the joints, which can then leak into the tendon sheath and accumulate in an existing cyst. Injury to the joints or tendons of your hands or feet. You're likely to start by seeing your primary ...
- 15. Dislocation
- (Dislocation)
- A dislocation is an injury to a joint — a place where two or more of your bones come together — in which the ends of your bones are forced from their normal positions. This injury temporarily deforms ...
- 16. Knee pain
- (Knee pain)
- Knee pain is a common complaint that affects people of all ages. Knee pain may be the result of an injury, such as a ruptured ligament or torn cartilage. Medical conditions — including arthritis, gout ...
- 17. Kleptomania
- (Kleptomania)
- ... can occur after someone sustains a head injury. More research is needed to better understand all of these possible causes of kleptomania. Kleptomania is considered uncommon. However because many people ...
- 18. Diabetic ketoacidosis
- (Diabetic ketoacidosis)
- ... or you've had a recent illness or injury, check your blood sugar level often. You might also try an over-the-counter urine ketones testing kit. Contact your doctor immediately if: You're vomiting ...
- 19. Keratitis
- (Keratitis)
- ... keratitis can be caused by a relatively minor injury, wearing your contact lenses too long or other diseases. Infectious keratitis can be caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites. If you have ...
- 20. Type 1 diabetes in children
- (Type 1 diabetes in children)
- ... serious risks. Your child would need a lifetime of potent immune-suppressing drugs to prevent organ rejection. These drugs can have serious side effects, including a high risk of infection and organ injury. ...
