What is hemothorax Hemothorax is a collection of blood in the space between the chest wall and the lung (the pleural cavity). A hemothorax is

What is a pustule Pustule is smaller than 5–10 mm inflamed, pus-filled, blister-like sores (lesions) on the skin surface. Pus can indicate bacterial, fungal or

What are causes of rib cage pain It is helpful to distinguish between six life-threatening causes of rib cage pain and other more common indolent

What is rhabdomyolysis Rhabdomyolysis is a serious condition caused by the breakdown of muscle tissue that leads to the release of muscle fiber contents into

What is Wegener's granulomatosis Wegener's granulomatosis is an old term that is now called granulomatosis with polyangiitis. Wegener's granulomatosis is a rare condition in which your

What is pterygium A pterygium is also known as Surfer’s Eye, is a benign (non-cancerous) growth that starts in the clear, thin tissue (conjunctiva) of

What is azotemia Azotemia is a serious medical condition characterized by abnormally high levels of toxic nitrogenous waste products normally excreted in your urine, build up

What is periodontitis Periodontitis is inflammation and infection of the ligaments and bones that support your teeth. Periodontitis is a form of severe gum disease.

What is peristalsis Peristalsis is the rhythmic motion of smooth muscles in the intestine or other tubular organs characterized by the alternate contraction and relaxation

What is piriformis syndrome Piriformis syndrome is a clinical condition of sciatic nerve entrapment at the level of the ischial tuberosity ((Hicks BL, Varacallo M.