Inflammations

Cholecystitis is defined as inflammation of the gallbladder, most often caused by gallstones obstructing the neck or cystic duct of the gallbladder, causing the build-up of bile leading to increased pressure and subsequent inflammation of the organ (Kimura et al., 2013). The most common form of cholecystitis is known as calculous cholecystitis, which is most often caused by gallstones or biliary sludge obstructing the cystic duct, however other less common causes such as benign and metastatic…

people effected by musculoskeletal conditions in the UK with 10 million of those suffering with arthritis (British Society for Rheumatology 2013). Arthritis is very common condition which mainly effects the joints in the body, causing pain and inflammation (Clough, 2006) however, arthritis can also effect other systems in the body, This assignment seeks to explore the effects arthritis has on the anatomy and physiology whilst covering the aetiology, related symptoms, treatments, and social…

The common symptoms of bacterial meningitis are fever, vomiting, severe and persistent headache, stiff and painful neck, confusion, unconsciousness, and seizures. One of apparent signs is that people who has infected are inability to lower their chin to chest due to stiffness in the neck. Symptoms can be varied depends on age as well. In infant or young children, they experience fever, cold, unusual cry, rapid breathing, or grunting, refusing food, and vomiting. In adults, besides those symptoms…

Introduction: Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease that is for a long term. And it’s happen in the joints, surrounding tissue and other organs causing inflammation of those organs. Causes: The cause of RA is unknown and not clear. It is an autoimmune disease which means that the body attacks by mistake their own immune system and the healthy cells. But it's thought it may involve environmental factors, genetic makeup and hormones changes. Smoking may involve to RA. It happens…

The O’Donnell family is concerned that if they start a family, they may have a child with albinism. Albinism is a hereditary disorder, usually transmitted as an autosomal recessive trait, in which there is partial or total absence of pigment in the skin, hair, and eyes (oculocutaneous albinism) or in the eyes alone (ocular albinism), caused by defective or absent function of the enzyme tyrosinase. The most common form of albinism is known as oculocutaneous albinism. In more severe cases, the…

caused by mechanical factor that damages the skin. It involve external or internal of the body tissue. Most open wounds are minor and can be treated at home. Firstly, there are many sign and symptom of open would which are bleeding excessively, inflammation on the skin, redness, tenderness, swelling, the skin become rough or decreasing the range of motion of the body parts. Secondly, open would is caused by several factors that are cutting by sharp objects like knife and shard of glass.…

Other signs and symptoms of tularemia may include fever, headache, anorexia, vomiting, abdominal pains, pharyngitis and diarrhea (Cleveland, 2016). Further complications do arise if tularemia is left untreated. Inflammation of the pericardium may occur, as well as meningitis and osteomyelitis if no action is taken to treat the disease (Mayoclinic, 2015). Ultimately, tularemia can lead to death if left untreated for a prolonged period of time. When treated symptoms…

It is found elevated in muscle damage of the heart, brain, or skeletal muscle following crush injury, in seizures, muscular dystrophy and inflammation, or also a disorder of skeletal muscle. Electrophoresis technique is used to separate and measure these isoenzymes. CK-BB isoenzyme drifts toward to anode at pH 8.6, on the other hand, CK-MM moves cathodic. Another CK is also present and termed…

biologic drug via intravenous infusion. When this medication is given periodically, it can alleviate stiffness and pain. It can also reduce joint damage. Carolyn also takes an antimetabolite. This is a drug that affects cell division. It also reduces inflammation. Carolyn gives herself an injection of this drug once a week. Feeling Like A New Person Carolyn still experiences aches occasionally, but she is feeling a lot better. Her energy…

Adhesive Capsulitis Adhesive capsulitis is inflammation of the tendons and ligaments surrounding the shoulder joint (shoulder capsule). This condition causes the shoulder to becomes stiff and painful to move. Adhesive capsulitis is also called frozen shoulder. CAUSES This condition may be caused by: An injury to the shoulder joint. Straining the shoulder. Not moving the shoulder for a period of time. This can happen if your arm was injured or in a sling. Long-standing…