What is esophageal manometry? Esophageal manometry is a procedure for determining how the muscles of the esophagus and the sphincter (valve) works by measuring pressures (manometry) generated by the esophageal muscles and the sphincter. When is esophageal manometry used? Readers Comments 44 Share Your Story Esophageal manometry is used primarily in three situations: To evaluate...
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Primary Immunodeficiency Disease (PIDD): Symptoms & Treatment
Primary immunodeficiency disease definition and facts Share Your Story Primary immunodeficiency disease (PIDD) is a disease of the immune system itself, in contrast to secondary immunodeficiency with a weak immune system as a result of another condition, like HIV/AIDS. There are hundreds of different types of primary immunodeficiency disease. Most types of primary immunodeficiency disease...
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Guinea Worm Disease: Facts on Treatment and Prevention
Guinea worm disease facts* Picture 1: CDC drawing of the Guinea worm disease life cycle. *Guinea worm disease facts by John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEP Dracunculiasis, more commonly known as Guinea worm disease (GWD), is a preventable infection caused by the parasite Dracunculus medinensis. In 2011, only four countries reported cases of GWD: Chad, Ethiopia,...
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Lewy Body Dementia (LBD): Symptoms and Diagnosis
Lewy body dementia facts* Share Your Story *Lewy body dementia (LBD) facts Medically Edited by: Charles Patrick Davis, MD, PhD Lewy body dementia (LBD) is a disease associated with abnormal deposits (Lewy bodies) of a protein called alpha–synuclein that occurs in the brain and results in problems with thinking, movements, behavior and mood; dementia can...
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Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone Secretion (SIADH)
Summary Syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH) occurs when an excessive amount of antidiuretic hormone is released resulting in water retention and a low sodium level. It is most common among older people. It has many causes including, but not limited too, pain, stress, exercise, a low blood sugar level, certain disorders of the heart,...
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Urodynamic Testing: Facts on Results and Side Effects
What is the urinary tract? The urinary tract is the body's drainage system for removing wastes and extra water. The urinary tract includes two kidneys, two ureters, a bladder, and a urethra. Blood flows through the kidneys, and the kidneys filter out wastes and extra water, making urine. The urine travels down two narrow tubes...
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Fitness: Get Information on Health Benefits
Energize Your Life! Who said physical activity is all work and no play? In fact, it can be just the opposite! There is no need to think of strenuous workouts that are painful and boring. Instead, imagine doing fun physical activities you enjoy and look forward to. Do physical activity for enjoyment and watch the...
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Growth Plate Fractures and Injuries: Get the Facts
What Is the Growth Plate? The growth plate, also known as the epiphyseal plate or physis, is the area of growing tissue near the end of the long bones in children and adolescents. Each long bone has at least two growth plates: one at each end. The growth plate determines the future length and shape...
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Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura: Read About Treatment
Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) facts Treatment for idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) is based on how much and how often you’re bleeding and your platelet count. In some cases, treatment may not be needed. Medicines often are used as the first course of treatment. Treatments used for children and adults are similar. Adults with ITP who...
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Diabetes and Kidney Disease: Read About Symptoms and Stages
Kidney Disease of Diabetes Facts* *Kidney Disease of Diabetes Facts Medically Edited by: Melissa Conrad Stöppler, MD Symptoms of chronic kidney disease vary greatly and can include the need to urinate frequently, especially at night; swelling of the legs and puffiness around the eyes, high blood pressure, fatigue and weakness; loss of appetite, nausea and...