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Takotsubo syndrome, also known as stress cardiomyopathy, is a temporary non-ischaemic cardiomyopathy that results from stressful and emotionally intense situations

When the uterus descends from the lesser pelvis, it is called uterine prolapse

Wolff Parkinson White syndrome is a cardiac pathology due to an abnormal transmission of the electrical impulse between the atria and ventricles which can cause tachyarrhythmias and palpitations

The peritoneum is a thin, almost transparent, mesothelial serous membrane found in the abdomen that forms the lining of the abdominal cavity and part of the pelvic cavity (parietal peritoneum), and also covers a large part of the viscera…

Leriche syndrome is caused by chronic obstruction of the aortic bifurcation and characteristic symptoms include intermittent claudication or symptoms of chronic ischemia, reduced or absent peripheral pulses, and erectile dysfunction

Pityriasis rosea of Gibert is a benign, acute-onset dermatosis predominantly in children or young adults aged 10 to 35 years

The term amyloidosis refers to a group of rare, serious conditions caused by deposits of abnormal proteins, called amyloids, in tissues and organs throughout the body

Psoriasis is a chronic and permanent dermatological disorder that predominantly affects immunocompromised individuals and can progress or regress spontaneously, to the point of leaving almost no trace of it

Heart murmurs are typical noises caused by turbulent blood flow

First discovered in 1866, Ebstein's anomaly presents as a downward displacement of the tricuspid valve, instead of the usual position between the right atrium and right ventricle

Pes cavus is one of the most common malformations. Those who suffer from it have a more accentuated medial plantar arch, and therefore higher, than it should

Cholecystitis is a disease characterized by inflammation of the gallbladder (also called gallbladder) frequently caused by the presence of a stone wedged in the infundibulum of the gallbladder

Let's talk about cardiac arrhythmia. The heart is a muscle whose basic task is to circulate blood throughout the body

Cerebral palsy is one of the neurological disorders and mainly affects the motor skills of the child

Pemphigus is an autoimmune bullous dermatosis of the skin and mucous membranes characterised by disruption of the cell adhesion mechanisms of the epidermis, particularly the desmosomes

The term 'appendicitis' (in English 'appendicitis') refers in the medical field to the inflammation - acute or chronic - of the vermiform appendix (also called the caecal appendix or just the 'appendix'), i.e. the tubular formation forming…

The Valsalva manoeuvre (MV), named after the physician Antonio Maria Valsalva, is a forced compensation manoeuvre of the middle ear, mainly used in medicine, especially in the field of cardiology, but also in the field of diving

Auscultation of the heart, during the objective test, should be performed on cardiac foci, 5 specific zones that correspond to the valve foci

Pain points have great significance in semeiotics, and in a physician's ability to make a diagnosis

The atrial flow regulator is an innovative, state-of-the-art, minimally invasive technique to treat heart failure that cannot be controlled with drugs and offer patients a better life expectancy and quality of life

Eisenmenger syndrome, is a rare complication of a congenital heart defect, will affect the hole that connects the heart chambers or major blood vessels

While the term 'ptosis' generally indicates the displacement of a physical structure due to the force of gravity, and can affect different parts of the body, eyelid ptosis is the most common

Murphy's maneuver is a maneuver used by the doctor in semiotics to investigate the presence of pain that originates in the gallbladder (also called gall bladder)

In medicine, Blumberg's sign is a clinical sign indicating inflammation of the peritoneal wall

McBurney's point is a landmark used in medicine and semiotics in the physical examination of the abdomen

Coarctation of the aorta is a congenital heart disease characterized by narrowing or constriction of the aorta

Pneumonia is inflammation of one or both lungs that is associated with an infection. Here's everything you need to know about this disease

Parotitis is also known as "mumps" as the ears appear larger than normal (the swelling rotates the pinnae forward and out) or "crawling" due to the resemblance to a cat with a deformed face, precisely due to swelling affecting the salivary…

Crab lice, or pubic lice, are very small insects that infest the genital area. Typically, they live on pubic hair and are spread through intimate or sexual contact

The sty is a benign inflammation of the sebaceous glands present in the eyelashes, which manifests itself as a bubble similar to a pimple or a rounded acne pimple with a rather compact consistency; it usually appears on the outer wall of…

Oligospermia represents about 30-50% of the causes of couple infertility, a problem that afflicts about 15% of Italian couples

The aortic counterpulsator is a device that is used in cardiology because it is capable of providing temporary circulatory assistance

Osteoporosis is a disease that makes the bones weak and brittle, so brittle that a fall or even a mild stress such as bending or coughing can cause a fracture

Onychocryptosis is a disorder known as 'ingrown toenail': this condition, sometimes painful and unsightly, occurs when the corner of the toenail creeps into the skin

Lazy eye, also called amblyopia, indicates the presence of hypovisus in one eye. This disorder is common among children where it is the leading cause of visual impairment

In the field of psychiatry and psychotherapy, sociopathy is defined by the term "antisocial personality disorder"

Orchiepidimitis is an inflammation that affects many men. It is a more common problem than you might think

Osteomyelitis is an infection of the osteoarticular system which, if not properly treated, can become chronic

Although not much is said about them, there are also cardiac tumours: they are extremely rare, with an incidence of around 0.2% compared to other oncological cases

Pervious foramen ovale is a frequent condition in adulthood, will be encountered occasionally and some patients may present with paradoxical embolism followed by symptomatic cerebral ischaemic events

The sexual response, in both women and men, consists of two separate phases: the arousal phase characterised by a localised vasocongestive reaction (vascular dilation of the genital organs, vaginal lubrication, swelling and reddening of the…

Chances are that at least once in your life you have suffered from onychomycosis, an infection that affects the nails of the feet and hands, and which affects a very large segment of the population

While it is true that in some cases red eyes are due to external factors such as air pollution or dryness, other times the redness is a symptom of something better investigated through an eye examination

Psychopathic Disorder (psychopathy) is characterized by an enduring pattern of antisocial behavior that begins in childhood

Morton's Neuroma is a particular pathology affecting the foot, specifically the nerves. This disease is named after the doctor who discovered it, Thomas G. Morton, who in 1876 discovered a pathology due to swelling of an interdigital…

Spitz's nevus is a benign tumour that affects the skin and usually develops in childhood. The lesion is caused by a proliferation of epithelioid and spindle-shaped melanocytes

Refractive anomaly, myopia is the most widespread visual defect: in Europe it affects 30% of the population, with varying degrees of seriousness

According to the WHO (World Health Organization), back pain is the leading cause of disability in the world. A very common disorder that, according to estimates, affects 40% of people

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is pressure on a nerve in your wrist. It causes tingling, numbness and pain in your hand and fingers

The term maculopathy identifies a whole series of eye diseases that can affect the macula: the macula is a part of the eye, located in the center of the retina, responsible for clear and detailed vision It is an extremely delicate area…

The essential characteristic of individuals with Dependent Personality Disorder is dependent and submissive behavior aimed at seeking someone to protect and care for them

Mastitis is a very frequent inflammatory pathology after childbirth, during breastfeeding, and is usually due to an infection of bacterial origin

Mycosis of the foot: suspicious spots, flaking skin, nails that change colour and texture: if the feet begin to show these characteristics, it could be a fungal infection

Myocarditis is an inflammation that affects the heart muscle. The name comes from the myocardium, the muscular component of the heart that makes up its walls and enables it to perform its pumping function

Lupus 'bites' and in the grip of its 'jaws remain imprisoned' especially young women. The male/female ratio affected by the disease is, in fact, 1 to 9 and, focusing only on the fairer sex, in 8 cases out of 10, the patient is aged between…

Bacterial vaginosis is part of vaginitis, i.e. infections affecting the female reproductive organ, and is characterized by an alteration of the normal vaginal pH

Adenocarcinoma, a particular type of prostate cancer, is a malignant growth that develops in the gland of the same name, an integral part of the male reproductive system

Health of our heart: magnetic resonance imaging is a diagnostic method based on the application of a high-intensity magnetic field directed at the area of interest

Molluscum contagiosum is a viral skin infection that causes lesions of the skin and, more rarely, the mucous membranes. Molluscum contagiosum presents itself with skin lesions with a typical dome shape called papule with a hollow in the…

Graves' disease, also known as, Basedow-Graves' disease, Basedow-Graves' disease or diffuse toxic goiter, is an autoimmune disease affecting the thyroid gland characterised by one or more manifestations such as: hyperthyroidism, increased…

Kidney cancer is the most frequent among those affecting the urinary tract, after that of the prostate and bladder

Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted disease caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). Although there is no definitive cure for this viral infection, there are treatment options that can help reduce symptoms and prevent the spread of…

Knee tendonitis is inflammation of one of the tendons in the knee, the joint that connects the thigh to the leg

Testicular cancer, or testicular cancer, is a neoplasm that originates from cells of the male gonads, both germinal and non-germinal

Parkinson's disease - which many people call and know as Parkinson's disease - is linked to a progressive degeneration of certain structures of the nervous system, degeneration that affects the control of a number of functions, including…

Let's talk about bone tumors. Like all the tissues of our body, even the bones, essential for the support of the body, the functioning of the muscles and the protection of the vital organs, are formed by cells characterized by a normal life…

Myasthenia gravis is an autoimmune disorder that presents itself as increased fatigability and muscle weakness throughout the day

Telangiectasias are caused by enlarged blood vessels. This condition is much more common than you think and you will probably have come across this problem at least once in your life

Schizophrenia comes from the Greek and literally means "separate mind": those affected struggle to distinguish reality from imagination It is a psychiatric disorder that seriously compromises self-perception. In addition to negatively…

The incidence of melanoma - until a few years ago considered a rather rare disease - has increased by 4% in the last twenty years, reaching 14.3 cases per 100,000 men and 13.6 cases per 100,000 women

Bladder cancer is a malignant transformation of the cells - mainly those called transitional cells - which cover the inner walls of the bladder, the organ responsible for collecting and expelling urine once it has been filtered by the…

Those with Obsessive Compulsive Personality Disorder are very perfectionistic and aspire to high standards of performance, which translates into meticulous attention to rules, details, procedures, lists, schedules or the form of sentences,…

De Quervain's tenosynovitis is an inflammatory process affecting the synovial sheath of the thumb tendons

A painful sensation in the anterior area of the foot, where the so-called metatarsal bones are located, could be a symptom of metatarsalgia, a fairly common foot disorder

If you have blurred vision, the cause could be failing eyesight and you may need new glasses. The reasons, however, could also be others! In fact, if the blurred vision is persistent, it may also be a sign of other health problems: let's…

Also called trapeziometacarpal osteoarthritis, rhizarthrosis is a particular form of osteoarthritis that affects the carpometacarpal joint of the hand

Mydriasis consists of a dilation of the pupil above 5 millimetres. Usually the pupil, i.e. the central part of the iris, which is black in colour, changes diameter depending on the light

Water retention is a problem that affects most women. However, most people confuse water retention and cellulite

Meningitis is an infection of the meninges, the protective membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. It can affect anyone, but is most common in infants, young children, adolescents and young adults

Congenital heart disease: with the term congenital, we indicate something already existing at birth By congenital heart disease, we are therefore referring to an alteration in cardiac structure or function that is present at birth and…

The essential features of Avoidant Personality Disorder are a pervasive pattern of social inhibition, feelings of inadequacy, and hypersensitivity to judgment from others

Trichomonas vaginalis is the name of a flagellated protozoan vehicle of a very contagious infection that can affect the genital area and urinary tract: trichomoniasis

The defibrillator is a device capable of generating a controlled electrical discharge to the heart in order to re-establish the rhythm of its beats in the event of cardiac arrest or rhythm alterations

Let's talk about uveitis: the uvea represents the vascular tonaca of the eyeball and is composed of iris, ciliary body and choroid

The peritoneum is a mesothelial serous membrane, thin and almost transparent, which is found in the abdomen and constitutes the lining of the abdominal cavity and part of the pelvic one (parietal peritoneum), it also covers a large part of…

Sexual addiction (or sex addiction), also called hypersexuality, comprises a set of psychopathological conditions characterised by intrusive sexual thoughts and fantasies associated with a loss of control over sexual behaviour

With " Aortic valvulopathy " we mean a condition in which the aortic valve - the structure that regulates the one-way flow of blood from the left ventricle of the heart to the aorta - is no longer able to perform its function

Scoliosis is an abnormal curvature of the spine that occurs during an individual's growth in the period before puberty

Borderline personality disorder is a highly controversial diagnostic entity. Sometimes it is not even recognised as a specific disorder

BLSD stands for Basic Life Support Defibrillator, i.e. first aid manoeuvres using a defibrillator

Neurological bladder is a bladder disorder caused by neurological damage. The patient suffering from it sees the lower urinary tract impaired, and experiences difficulty urinating: the bladder filling and emptying mechanism does not…

With "valvulopathies" we mean a condition in which the heart valves (aortic valve, mitral valve, pulmonary valve and tricuspid valve) present structural anomalies following which a concrete alteration of their function can occur, giving…

Globally, 12 out of 1000 subjects suffer from Ménière's syndrome: it is a disorder that affects the inner ear, causing dizziness, tinnitus, hypoacusia, loss of balance, feeling of full ear and, very frequently, even nausea and vomiting

An early prototype defibrillator was built by the American surgeon Claude S. Beck at the University of Cleveland in 1974; it saved the life of a 14-year-old boy who suffered ventricular fibrillation during surgery

Even the trachea, like other organs, can become inflamed due to viruses and bacteria. In this case we speak of "tracheitis"

The electrocardiogram, or ECG, is an instrumental diagnostic test that uses an electrocardiograph to record and graphically reproduce the heart's electrical activity through a series of electrodes

The essential feature of Antisocial Personality Disorder is a pattern of behavior that violates the rights of others and basic social rules

Also known as trigger finger, stenosing tenosynovitis is a disease in which one of the fingers of the hand resists extension, finally yielding abruptly

Let's talk about burns: a burn is a more or less extensive injury to the skin, which can affect only the superficial layer called the epidermis or also the deeper layers of the dermis

What is a vasculitis? Vasculitis is a group of pathologies united by the presence of an inflammatory process affecting any blood vessel (arteries, arterioles, veins, venules or capillaries)