Muscoskeletal
What is osteoporosis?
This condition causes bones to become fragile and more likely to fracture, especially in older women after menopause due to reduced estrogen.
What is eczema (or atopic dermatitis)?
This chronic skin condition causes red, itchy, and inflamed patches and often flares up due to allergens, temperature changes, or stress.
What is a cataract?
This age-related eye condition causes the lens to become cloudy, resulting in blurry vision, glare sensitivity, and trouble seeing at night.
What is an ear infection (or otitis media)?
This common ear infection happens a lot in kids. It causes ear pain, sometimes fever, and trouble hearing.
What is an asthma attack?
This condition involves sudden narrowing of the airways, leading to wheezing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath. It’s often triggered by allergens or exercise.
What is a tendon?
This type of connective tissue connects muscle to bone. When inflamed due to overuse, it results in a painful condition called tendinitis.
What is contact dermatitis?
This is when a person’s skin turns red and itchy after touching something like soap, plants, or certain metals.
What is a stye?
This is a painful lump on the edge of your eyelid, caused by a blocked gland or bacteria. It looks like a small pimple.
What ear condition causes ringing or buzzing in the ears with no external source?
Tinnitus
What is a stroke?
This happens when someone suddenly can’t move one side of their face or body, has slurred speech, and needs urgent medical help.
What is a joint?
This is the part of your body that connects your bones together and helps you move. It can get sore or swollen if overused.
What is vitiligo?
This is a skin condition where areas of the skin become pale or white. It may occur if your body attacks some of the pigment cells of your skin.
What is allergic conjunctivitis?
This is a common eye problem where your eyes feel itchy, red, and watery, usually caused by pollen, dust, or allergies.
The partial or total inability to hear (caused by damage to inner ear, or blockage) is ....
Hearing Loss
What is gastro (or gastroenteritis)?
This is a stomach bug that causes vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach pain. It usually goes away in a few days.