Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is the buildup of fat in the liver. It begins with steatosis, or fatty liver, when the more than 5% to 10% of the liver’s weight is made up of fat. The most severe form of NAFLD is non-alcoholic … [Read more...]
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Tinnitus
Tinnitus is a condition in which you hear noises, such as ringing, buzzing or clicking sounds, but there is no external sound. The sounds can vary in pitch, volume, and intensity. They may be constant or intermittent. Tinnitus can be so extreme as to … [Read more...]
Human Immunodeficiency Virus
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is a virus that attacks the immune system. Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) is a medical condition that some people develop in the advanced stage of HIV infection. If you are infected with HIV, early … [Read more...]
Rickets
Rickets is a disorder that causes softening and weakening of the bones in infants and children, due to poor mineralization. Children with rickets are prone to bone fractures and deformities. Vitamin D deficiency is the most common cause, but rickets … [Read more...]
Hypophosphatemia
Hypophosphatemia is a condition in which you have very low phosphate in your blood. Phosphate is an electrolyte, a mineral that carries an electrical charge. Phosphate is necessary for healthy teeth and bones and helps facilitate nerve function and … [Read more...]
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