Skin and soft tissue infections are related to the invasion of microorganisms into the skin and underlying soft tissues. Patients with skin and soft tissue infections typically present with redness, warmth, swelling, and pain at the affected site. Systemic features of the infection may follow, with the intensity reflecting the degree of infection. Symptoms commonly … Read more
Normally, when bones are intact and healthy, they have the ability to resist infection. However, when bacteria enter through trauma, local blood supply deficiency, or wounds that allow bacterial contact with bone, it can cause osteomyelitis. What is Osteomyelitis? Osteomyelitis, also known as bone infection, is an acute or chronic inflammatory process related to the … Read more
Most patients with myasthenia gravis (MG) have a silent onset, with only a few progressing rapidly. The disease may be triggered by prolonged stress, infection, pregnancy, or the use of certain medications. Overview of Myasthenia Gravis Myasthenia gravis is a chronic autoimmune neuromuscular disease caused by the blockade of antibodies through ACh receptors, leading to … Read more
Giant cell tumor is a relatively rare, benign, locally aggressive bone cancer that often occurs in adults aged 20-40. The symptoms of giant cell tumor are usually non-specific. Most patients experience pain that gradually increases and may detect a bone or soft tissue mass at the affected site. Typically, symptoms occur due to destruction of … Read more
Flexor tendonitis commonly starts with a strange pain in the palm of the hand when the finger’s movement is affected. Over time, there is a popping sound of the flexor tendon when the patient straightens or bends the finger. The condition typically affects the dominant hand, with the thumb being the most commonly affected finger. … Read more
Osteoid osteoma is a benign bone tumor that does not have the ability to become malignant. It often causes severe pain at night, which can be relieved by nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Sometimes, it may resolve spontaneously without treatment. Surgery is recommended when conservative treatment methods are no longer effective. Overview of Osteoid Osteoma Osteoid osteoma … Read more
Cervical spondylosis is a degeneration caused by aging that affects the spinal discs in the neck. As the discs lose water and shrink, signs of bone and joint inflammation develop. Cervical spondylosis is very common and worsens with age, with over 85% of people over 60 years old affected. What is cervical spondylosis? Cervical spondylosis … Read more
Periarthritis humeroscapularis also known as inflammation around the shoulder joint, is often the result of environmental factors and aging, making it a common condition in individuals over 50 years of age. It frequently occurs in those who engage in heavy labor and have experienced repeated trauma that damages the tendons and muscles surrounding the shoulder joint. … Read more
Adult-onset Still’s disease (AOSD) is a rare inflammatory disorder that can affect the entire body. The cause of the disease is unknown (idiopathic). AOSD has three typical characteristic symptoms, including spiking fevers, joint pain or inflammation, and skin rash, which appear in 75-95% of patients. What is Adult-onset Still’s Disease? Adult-onset Still’s Disease (AOSD) is … Read more
The prominent characteristic of Rheumatoid Arthritis is chronic symmetric polyarthritis, affecting both hands and feet. The severity of the disease varies over time, with the most common chronic manifestation of Rheumatoid Arthritis being joint destruction, deformity, and functional impairment. What is Rheumatoid Arthritis? Rheumatoid Arthritis is a systemic autoimmune disease characterized by painful and swollen … Read more