Reactive airways dysfunction syndrome (RADS) is an asthma-like condition. Read on to learn more.

A pterygium is a wedge-shaped growth on your eye. It may be white, pink, or red in color. It is not cancer.

This test is mainly used to diagnose prostate cancer and see if it has spread. It may also be used to help with a biopsy of prostate tissue.

Sepsis is the body’s extreme immune response to an infection. If a person survives sepsis, they may have long-term effects, including fatigue, sleep problems, and chronic pain.

Learn about perimenstrual asthma (PMA), which occurs when asthma symptoms get worse right before a menstrual period.

Hyperalgesia is when a person becomes more sensitive to pain. Changes in nerves and nerve pathways may lead to this overactive response in the body.

Lung (pulmonary) function tests are breathing tests done to see how well your child’s lungs are working. They help your child’s doctor diagnose lung problems, such as asthma or cystic fibrosis.

Dilation and evacuation (D&E) is a procedure to end a pregnancy in the second trimester. It may be done for many reasons.

Bronchial thermoplasty (BT) is a treatment for severe asthma. BT is most often used in people whose asthma can’t be controlled with medicines.

AERD is a chronic condition that is made up of 3 conditions: asthma, sinus disease, and a high sensitivity to aspirin, ibuprofen, and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).