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A colloid cyst is a type of brain cyst. The cyst usually contains a thick gel-like substance called colloid. A colloid cyst is generally benign (not cancer).

A dermoid cyst is the growth of normal tissue in an abnormal place in the body. The cyst is benign (not cancer). It contains different types of tissue, such as hair follicles, cartilage, sweat glands, and glands that make skin oils. A dermoid cyst in the brain or spinal cord is a rare type.

An epidermoid cyst is the growth of normal tissue in an abnormal place in the body. It contains skin and nail tissue. An epidermoid cyst is also called an epidermoid tumor. The cyst is not cancer (benign). But in rare cases, an epidermoid cyst may turn into skin cancer.

A pineal is a type of brain cyst. They are generally not cancer (benign). Read on to learn about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.

A boxer's fracture is a break in a bone in outer edge of the hand. The bone is under the pinky finger bones. Boxer's fracture gets its name because it is often caused by punching a hard surface with the fist.

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.

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.

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a clot in the deep veins of your leg. Intermittent pneumatic compression uses a simple machine to help prevent DVT.

Closure of the larynx exercises can help you swallow better. Read on to learn when these exercises are needed and how they are done.