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Scleroderma

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What is scleroderma? Scleroderma is an autoimmune connective tissue and rheumatic disease that causes inflammation in the skin and other areas of the body. This inflammation leads to patches of tight, hard skin. Scleroderma involves many systems in your body. A connective tissue disease is one that affects tissues such as skin, tendons, and cartilage. There are two major types of scleroderma: Localized scleroderma only affects the skin and the structures directly under the skin. Systemic scleroderma, also called systemic sclerosis, affects many systems in the body. This is the more serious type of scleroderma and can damage your blood

Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis

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What are polymyalgia rheumatica and giant cell arteritis? Polymyalgia rheumatica and giant cell arteritis are closely linked inflammatory disorders. Some people have one of the disorders while others develop both of them. Polymyalgia rheumatica causes muscle pain and stiffness in the shoulders, upper arms, hip area, and sometimes the neck. Giant cell arteritis causes inflammation of arteries, especially those on each side of the head, scalp, and the aorta (the large artery that carries blood from the heart) and its main branches. The main symptoms of this disorder are: Headaches. Scalp tenderness. Jaw pain. Problems with your eyes, which may

Polimialgia reumática y arteritis de células gigantes

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¿Qué son la polimialgia reumática y la arteritis de células gigantes? La polimialgia reumática y la arteritis de células gigantes son trastornos inflamatorios estrechamente relacionados. Algunas personas tienen uno de los trastornos, mientras que otras desarrollan ambos. La polimialgia reumática causa dolor muscular y rigidez en los hombros, la parte superior de los brazos, el área de la cadera y, a veces, en el cuello. La arteritis de células gigantes provoca inflamación de las arterias, especialmente las que se encuentran a cada lado de la cabeza, el cuero cabelludo y la aorta (la arteria grande que transporta la sangre desde

Acne

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What is acne? Acne is a common skin condition that happens when hair follicles under the skin become clogged. Oil and dead skin cells plug the pores, and outbreaks of lesions (often called pimples or zits) can happen. Most often, the outbreaks occur on the face but can also appear on the back, chest, and shoulders. For most people, acne tends to go away by the time they reach their thirties, but some people in their forties and fifties continue to have this skin problem.

Osteonecrosis

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What is osteonecrosis? Your bones are made up of living cells that need a blood supply to stay healthy. In osteonecrosis, blood flow to part of a bone is reduced. This causes death of bone tissue, and the bone can eventually break down and the joint will collapse. Osteonecrosis can happen to any bone, but most often it develops in the ends of long bones, such as the: Thigh bone. Upper arm bone. Less often, the bones of the elbows, ankles, feet, wrists, and hands are affected. When the disease involves part of a bone in a joint, it can

Osteonecrosis

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¿Qué es la osteonecrosis? Los huesos están formados por células vivas que necesitan un suministro de sangre para mantenerse saludables. En la osteonecrosis, se reduce el flujo de la sangre a una parte de un hueso. Esto podría causar la muerte del tejido óseo y, finalmente, el hueso podría romperse y se podría colapsar la articulación. La osteonecrosis puede afectar a cualquier hueso, pero la mayoría de las veces se desarrolla en los extremos de los huesos largos, como: hueso superior de la pierna (fémur), hueso superior del brazo (húmero). Con menos frecuencia se ven afectados los huesos de los

Alopecia Areata

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What is alopecia areata? Alopecia areata is a disease that causes hair loss. In alopecia areata, the immune system attacks the structures in skin that form hair (hair follicles). Alopecia areata usually affects the head and face, though hair can be lost from any part of the body. Hair typically falls out in small, round patches about the size of a quarter. In some cases, hair loss is more extensive.

Alopecia areata

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¿Qué es la alopecia areata? La alopecia areata es una enfermedad que provoca la caída del pelo. En la alopecia areata, el sistema inmunitario ataca los folículos pilosos (las estructuras de la piel que forman el pelo). Por lo general, la alopecia areata afecta la cabeza y la cara, aunque se puede perder el pelo en cualquier parte del cuerpo. En la mayoría de los casos, el pelo se cae en parches pequeños y redondos del tamaño de una moneda estadounidense de 25 centavos. En algunos casos, la caída del pelo es más extensa.

Ankylosing Spondylitis

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What is ankylosing spondylitis? Ankylosing spondylitis is a type of arthritis that causes inflammation in certain parts of the spine. Over time, this inflammation in the joints and tissues of the spine can cause stiffness. In severe cases, this may cause the bones in the spine to grow together, which can lead to a rigid spine that is difficult to bend. Many people with ankylosing spondylitis have mild episodes of back pain and stiffness that come and go. But others have severe, ongoing back pain and stiffness. Other symptoms also may develop if other areas of the body are affected

Espondilitis anquilosante

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¿Qué es la espondilitis anquilosante? La espondilitis anquilosante es un tipo de artritis que causa inflamación en ciertas partes de la columna vertebral. Con el tiempo, esta inflamación en las articulaciones y los tejidos de la columna puede causar rigidez. En casos graves, esto puede hacer que los huesos de la columna crezcan juntos, lo que puede ocasionar una columna rígida que es difícil de doblar. Muchas personas con espondilitis anquilosante tienen episodios leves de rigidez y dolores de espalda esporádicos. Pero en otros casos, hay rigidez y dolores de espalda severos y continuos. También pueden presentarse otros síntomas si

Pachyonychia Congenita

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What is pachyonychia congenita? Pachyonychia congenita (PC) is a very rare genetic disorder that affects the skin and nails. Most people have thickened nails and calluses on the bottom of the feet. Painful calluses on the soles can make walking difficult. Because of the pain, some people rely on a cane, crutches, or a wheelchair to help with walking.

Paquioniquia congénita

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¿Qué es la paquioniquia congénita? La paquioniquia congénita es un trastorno genético muy poco frecuente que afecta la piel y las uñas. La mayoría de las personas tienen uñas engrosadas y callosidades en la planta de los pies. Los callos dolorosos en las plantas pueden dificultarles caminar. Debido al dolor, algunas personas usan un bastón, muletas o una silla de ruedas para ayudarles a caminar.