Acne Overview Acne is a skin condition that causes spots and pimples, especially on the face, shoulders, back, neck, chest, and upper arms. It occurs when oil and dead skin block hair follicles, causing inflammation. Whiteheads, blackheads, pimples, cysts, and nodules are all types of acne. Acne is the most common skin condition in the […]

Tremors Overview A tremor is a type of involuntary movement of the body, distinct from a muscle spasm or twitch. Causes can include lifestyle factors (like having too much caffeine) and medical conditions such as stroke or Parkinson’s disease. What are Tremors? Tremors are unintentional and uncontrollable rhythmic movements of one limb or part of your body. […]

Nystagmus Overview Nystagmus is a condition that causes involuntary, rapid movement of one or both eyes. It often occurs with vision problems, including blurriness. This disease is also known as “dancing eyes.” Symptoms of Nystagmus The symptoms include fast, uncontrollable eye movements. The direction of movement determines the type of nystagmus: Horizontal nystagmus involves side-to-side […]

Optic Neuritis Overview Optic neuritis (ON) is inflammation of your optic nerve. It can cause vision loss and pain when you move your eyes. As the inflammation goes away, your symptoms will usually get better. What is Optic Neuritis? The optic nerve carries visual information from your eye to your brain. ON is when your […]

Stomach Ulcers Overview Stomach ulcers are sores in the lining of the stomach or small intestine. They cause pain and indigestion, but over-the-counter and prescription medications can bring relief. Dietary and lifestyle changes may also be necessary. The stomach produces a strong acid to help digest food and protect against microbes. To protect the bodily […]