Edema due to nephrotic syndrome
Nephrotic syndrome is a kidney disorder marked by significant proteinuria, hypoalbuminemia, hyperlipidemia, and edema. Edema, or swelling, is a hallmark of this condition, arising from…
Edema due to hepatic cirrhosis
Hepatic cirrhosis, a chronic liver disease characterized by progressive fibrosis and impaired liver function, often leads to complications such as edema. Edema manifests as fluid…
Edema due to chronic venous insufficiency
Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI) is a prevalent vascular disorder where the veins in the lower extremities fail to efficiently return blood to the heart. This…
Ectopic pregnancy
An ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg implants outside the uterine cavity, most commonly in the fallopian tubes. This condition poses significant health risks…
Ectopic atrial tachycardia
What Is Ectopic Atrial Tachycardia? Ectopic atrial tachycardia (EAT) is a type of supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) caused by abnormal electrical impulses originating outside the sinoatrial…
Ectopic acth syndrome
Ectopic Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH) Syndrome is a rare endocrine disorder characterized by the production of ACTH by non-pituitary tumors, leading to hypercortisolism and the clinical…
Ecthyma gangrenosum
Ecthyma gangrenosum (EG) is a rare but serious cutaneous infection, primarily associated with Pseudomonas aeruginosa bacteremia. First described in 1897 by Dr. Lewellys Barker, EG…
