Cryptococcosis is caused by a fungus known as Cryptococcosis neoformans. The infection may be spread to humans through contact with pigeon droppings or unwashed raw fruit. Contact with an infected individual may also spread the infection. Individuals with disorders characterized by lowered immunity (for instance, HIV infection) are at high risk for contracting these infections.Cryptococcosis may appear in various forms depending on  Read More

Gout (gouty arthritis), a rheumatological disease, can be cured.Gout is characterized by painful redness and swelling of the affected joints that occurs through the deposition of uric acid crystals in joints as a result of hyperuricemia.Gout is an extremely painful and incapacitating disease but is extremely treatable in almost all patients.It is important to identify and treat it early to avoid p  Read More

Lower back pain cases are increasing with time due to a decrease in healthy mobility resulting from improved ease of life.Treatment for lower back pain:Pharmacological therapy: It includes treating a disease with drugs. Low back pain of acute, subacute, or chronic types can be treated with pain relievers, muscle relaxants, opioids, benzodiazepines, tricyclic antidepressants, herbal therapy, thiocolchico  Read More

Stiff-person syndrome (SPS) is a rare acquired neurological disorder characterized by progressive muscle stiffness (rigidity) and repeated episodes of painful muscle spasms. Muscular rigidity often fluctuates (i.e., grows worse and then improves) and usually occurs along with the muscle spasms. Spasms may occur randomly or be triggered by a variety of different events including a sudden noise or light physical contact. In most cases, other neu  Read More

A joint sprain is the overstretching or tearing of ligaments. Ligaments are the bands of tissue that connect two bones together in a joint. The most common location for a sprain is the ankle joint. A joint strain is the overstretching or tearing of muscles or tendons. Tendons are the dense fibrous cords of tissue that connect bones to muscles. The most common locations for a muscle strain are the hamstring muscle and the lower back.  Read More

Myofascial pain syndrome facts Muscle pain, tenderness, and spasm are characteristics of myofascial pain syndrome. Myofascial pain syndrome typically affects muscle in asymmetric areas of the body. The precise cause of myofascial pain syndrome is not known. Myofascial pain syndrome leads to localized pain in the muscle tissue. Poor sleep, fatigue, and stiffness are common in myofascial pai  Read More

The quality of the pain can vary based on where it’s located. Bone pain may be dull, sharp, stabbing, or deep. It’s typically more uncomfortable than muscle or tendon pain. Muscle pain can be intense and short-lived if it’s caused by a cramp or powerful muscle contraction, commonly called a  Read More

RSD occurs in the extremities. It most commonly affects the upper limbs, but it’s possible to get it in your lower limbs as well. Specifically, you may experience RSD in your: hands fingers arms shoulders legs hips knees Symptoms include: stiffness discomfort pain or burning sensation swelling  Read More

RSD occurs in the extremities. It most commonly affects the upper limbs, but it’s possible to get it in your lower limbs as well. Specifically, you may experience RSD in your: hands fingers arms shoulders legs hips knees Symptoms include: stiffness discomfort pain or burning sensation swelling  Read More

The disorder known as Spinal Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis causes the tendons and ligaments to stiffen. This specific form of arthritis. Reduced mobility, stiffness, and soreness are possible effects of this syndrome. Physical therapy, surgery, medicines, and the application of heat all have a role in managing DISH.Diagnosis available for Spinal Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal HyperA comprehensiv  Read More

Spinal headache symptoms include: Dull, throbbing pain that varies in intensity from mild to incapacitating Pain that typically gets worse when you sit up or stand and decreases or goes away when you lie down Spinal headaches are often accompanied by: Dizziness Ringing in the ears (tinnitus) Hearing loss Blurred or double vision Nausea Nec  Read More

A spinal ankylosis caused by ligamentous ossification without major disc disease or facet joint involvement is referred to as ankylosing hyperostosis of the spine (AHS), also known as Forestier's disease or Vertebral Ankylosing Hyperostosis.Treatments for Vertebral Ankylosing HyperostosisVertebral Ankylosing Hyperostosis is incurable; however, there are things you can do to lessen discomfort and stiffne  Read More