Understanding Psoriatic Arthritis

Psoriatic arthritis is joint pain and swelling that occurs in some people who have psoriasis. Psoriasis is a skin disease that causes scaly skin patches. People who have psoriasis may develop psoriatic arthritis later.

Understanding Post-Injection Inflammation

After an injection, swelling and irritation (inflammation) can occur at the site where the needle entered the skin. This reaction can be from the needle or the medicine that was injected. Or it may be a reaction to both.

Understanding Perforated Ulcers

An ulcer can go through all the layers of the digestive tract and form a hole (perforation). This is called a perforated ulcer. This is a serious health problem that needs urgent medical attention.

Understanding Molluscum Contagiosum

Molluscum contagiosum is a skin infection caused by a virus. It causes small bumps on the body. Children and young adults are most often affected.

Understanding Mole Excision

Sometimes a type of skin cancer called melanoma can grow in or near the mole. In other cases, a mole may be bothersome. In either case, removal (excision) of a problem mole can be done.

Understanding Computer Vision Syndrome

CVS is very common. Your eyes may itch and tear, or be dry and red. You may not be able to focus well. These problems are the result of a lot of computer use.

Understanding Color Blindness

Your retina has special cells that detect color. If you have a problem with these cells, you may not be able to see some colors.

Choroid Plexus Papilloma

Choroid plexus papilloma (CPP) is a rare type of brain tumor. It is generally benign (not cancer). Benign also means that the growth does not spread to other parts of the body. CPP are generally slow-growing tumors. It is very rare for this type of tumor to spread outside the brain.