Ear Barotrauma

Pressure differences between the inside of the ear and the outside of the ear can cause ear barotrauma or ear damage. It can cause pain and sometimes permanent hearing loss. It can be caused by scuba diving, air travel, or exposure to an explosion.

Cushing Syndrome

Cushing syndrome is a hormonal disorder. It’s caused when you have high levels of the hormone cortisol over a long time. Cushing's syndrome is fairly rare. It most often affects adults who are 20 to 50 years old. It is sometimes called hypercortisolism.

Spinal Cord Tumor Overview

A tumor forms when an abnormal cell grows to form a mass of abnormal cells. Spinal cord tumors are tumors that form on the spinal cord or in the area around it.

Corneal Ulcer

A corneal ulcer is an open sore on your cornea. It's often caused by an infection.

Convergence Insufficiency

Convergence insufficiency (CI) is when the eyes have trouble working together while focusing on an object at that is close by.

Candida Infection: Thrush

Thrush is a type of fungal infection. It occurs in your mouth and throat. Thrush does not usually affect healthy adults. It is more common in people with impaired immune systems. It is also more likely in those who take certain kinds of medicines.

Brown Syndrome

Brown syndrome is a rare disorder that limits the eye's normal movements. Here's what you need to know.

Bronchiectasis

Bronchiectasis is a condition that affects the airways to the lungs. It's often caused by an infection or other inflammatory condition. You can also be born with it.