research Philological Obfuscation
The author believes that giving medical conditions official names can sometimes overwhelm or scare patients.
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90-120 / 1000+ results research Unusual Cause of Chronic Diarrhea: Cronkhite-Canada Syndrome
Cronkhite-Canada syndrome causes chronic diarrhea and has a poor prognosis despite treatment.
research Barraquer–Simons syndrome with benign infundibulocystic proliferation
Pimozide treatment resolved cysts and partially restored cheek fat in a man with Barraquer–Simons syndrome.
research Pseudo-Cushing Syndrome
Pseudo-Cushing's symptoms disappear once the underlying issue is resolved.
research Post-Exposure Syndromes as State-Space Trapping: A set-theoretic perspective on PSSD and the post-exposure family.
Post-exposure syndromes are persistent conditions caused by past exposures, needing unique interventions.
research Diffuse Gastrointestinal Polyposis With Skin, Hair, and Nail Changes
A man with Cronkhite-Canada syndrome improved significantly with immunosuppressive therapy.
research Skin manifestations of Bardet–Biedl syndrome
Bardet-Biedl syndrome may include under-recognized skin problems related to its metabolic disturbances.
research The SAHA Syndrome
SAHA syndrome links oily skin, acne, excess hair, and hair loss in women, similar to PCOS.
research Bloom's syndrome–‐a first report from India
A 6-year-old boy in India was diagnosed with Bloom's syndrome, showing growth and developmental issues, and skin problems worsened by sunlight.
research Psychosis as a late manifestation of Sheehan’s syndrome
Sheehan's syndrome can sometimes cause psychosis.
research [Commentary] The Polyfollicular Anovulatory Androgenic Syndrome: A New Label for an Old Syndrome
Mohamed Kandil suggests renaming Polycystic Ovary Syndrome to "Polyfollicular Anovulatory Androgenic Syndrome" to better describe its symptoms, but concerns exist that it may not cover all related issues like obesity and depression.
research Camouflage technique for alopecia areata: What is a patient to do?
The document suggests using hairpieces, wigs, and safe cosmetic techniques to hide hair loss from alopecia areata.
research Ichthyosis Follicularis with Alopecia and Photophobia Syndrome (IFAP): A Case Report and Review of the Literature
The document describes a rare case of IFAP syndrome, a genetic condition with symptoms of hair loss, light sensitivity, and scaly skin.
research Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: Is It Time to Rename PCOS to HA-PODS?
The article suggests renaming Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) to "Hyperandrogenic Persistent Ovulatory Dysfunction Syndrome" (HA-PODS) for accuracy and consistency, but no final decision was made.
research PA05 A rare case of cardiocutaneous syndrome in a young child
A child with skin and tooth symptoms was found to have a genetic mutation causing cardiocutaneous syndrome, leading to heart problems.
research Pre‐polycystic ovary syndrome and polymenorrhoea as new facets of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS): Evidences from a single centre data set
Polymenorrhoea should be included in PCOS diagnostic criteria due to similar metabolic issues.
research SAT0200 UNUSUAL SYSTEMIC LUPUS ERYTHEMATOSUS/SJOEGREN'S SYNDROME PHENOTYPE IN A PATIENT WITH A TNFAIP3 GENE MUTATION
A TNFAIP3 gene mutation can cause unusual and varied symptoms of lupus and Sjogren's syndrome.
research Female Gender Scheme is Disturbed by Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Qualitative Study From Iran
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) affects Iranian women's feelings of femininity and self-image.
research Characteristics associated with significantly worse quality of life in mycosis fungoides/Sézary syndrome from the Prospective Cutaneous Lymphoma International Prognostic Index ( PROCLIPI ) study
People with mycosis fungoides/Sézary syndrome have a much lower quality of life.
research Parry-Romberg Syndrome Vasculopathy and Its Treatment With Botulinum Toxin
Botulinum toxin injections greatly reduced pain in Parry-Romberg syndrome.
research What Syndrome Is This?
Monilethrix Syndrome causes fragile, beaded hair that breaks easily and needs early diagnosis for better care.
research POLYCYSTIC OVARY SYNDROME: DIVERSE CLINICAL PRESENTATIONS ACROSS ADOLESCENCE, REPRODUCTIVE AGE, AND MENOPAUSE
PCOS symptoms vary by age, affecting diagnosis and treatment.
research Atypical Progeroid Syndrome due to Heterozygous Missense LMNA Mutations
The research found that Atypical Progeroid Syndrome has unique symptoms and is not caused by the buildup of a certain mutant protein.
research Coats' Plus: A Progressive Familial Syndrome of Bilateral Coats' Disease, Characteristic Cerebral Calcification, Leukoencephalopathy, Slow Pre- and Post-Natal Linear Growth and Defects of Bone Marrow and Integument
Coats' Plus is a genetic disorder with eye abnormalities, brain calcification, poor growth, bone and skin issues, and movement disorders.
research Polycystic ovarian syndrome: A literature Review
The document concludes that understanding the types and symptoms of PCOS is key to improving diagnosis and treatment.
research Shock: A possible presenting manifestation of autoimmune polyendocrine syndrome type II
Shock can be an early sign of Autoimmune Polyendocrine Syndrome Type II.
research Case report of Schöpf–Schulz–Passarge syndrome resulting from a missense mutation, p.Arg104Cys, in WNT 10A
A new gene mutation caused a man's rare skin condition, Schöpf-Schulz-Passarge syndrome.
research WHEN SILENCE TAKES OVER: A CASE OF CATATONIC SYNDROME REVEALING SYSTEMIC LUPUS ERYTHEMATOSUS
Catatonia can be a rare sign of lupus, needing careful diagnosis and treatment.
research SWEET SYNDROME: AN UNUSUAL PRESENTATION OF CHRONIC GRANULOMATOUS DISEASE IN A CHILD
A child with Sweet syndrome was found to have chronic granulomatous disease and improved with treatment.
research Undead Blond Hair in the Victorian Imagination: The Hungarian Roots of Bram Stoker’s "The Secret of the Growing Gold"
Stoker's story changed a Hungarian folktale to reflect Victorian racial fears.