What is hyperthyroidism Hyperthyroidism, also called overactive thyroid or thyrotoxicosis, is when the thyroid gland makes more thyroid hormones than your body needs. The thyroid
What is glycosuria Glycosuria also called glucosuria, is the presence of glucose in the urine. Glycosuria usually occurs because of either an elevated plasma glucose
What is ophthalmoplegia Ophthalmoplegia is defined as weakness or paralysis of the muscles that move the eye. Ophthalmoplegia is a complex disease, due to the
What is onychomycosis Onychomycosis is also known as nail fungus infection, resulting in nail discoloration, thickening, deformity and separation from the nail bed ((Elewski BE. Onychomycosis:
What is norovirus Norovirus (previously called Norwalk or Norwalk-like viruses) is a very contagious virus that causes sudden vomiting and diarrhea (acute gastroenteritis), but usually
What is necrotizing enterocolitis Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is the most frequent and lethal acquired disease of the gastrointestinal tract of premature infants, affecting newborn babies
What is nail biting disorder Nail biting also called onychophagia, is one of the most common childhood and young adults habits ((Fıçıcıoğlu S, Korkmaz S.