Landau-Kleffner Syndrome (LKS) Causes, Signs, Treatment and Information

What is Landau-Kleffner syndrome? Landau-Kleffner syndrome (LKS) is a childhood disorder. A major feature of LKS is the gradual or sudden loss of the ability to understand and use spoken language. All children with LKS have abnormal electrical brain waves that can be documented by an electroencephalogram (EEG), a recording of the electric activity of the brain. Approximately 80 percent of the

Scars: Causes, Types, Prevention and Treatment of Scarring

Our skin is a seamless organ, like a fine piece of cloth cloaking valuable assets. Any burn, injury, surgery or other trauma to it can cause the formation of scar tissue that can be downright ugly. Imagine if you had a fine piece of silk: Even one small tear can make a difference in how it looks. But we're human: Throughout our lives, we will have experiences that nip and tear at our skin,

Rosacea (Acne Rosacea) Causes, Symptoms, Treatment and Diagnosis

What is rosacea? Rosacea (roz-ay-sha) is a very common benign skin disorder that affects many people worldwide. As of 2008, it is estimated to affect at least 14 million people in the United States alone. The main symptoms of this facial condition include red or pink patches, visible broken blood vessels, small red bumps, red cysts, and pink or irritated eyes. Most people with the disease may

Acne (Pimples) Causes, Treatment Information and Types

What is acne? What are the different types of acne? Acne (acne vulgaris, common acne) is not just a problem for teenagers; it can affect people from ages 10 through 40. It is not unusual for women, in particular, to develop acne in their mid- to late-20s, even if they have not had breakouts in years (or ever). On the positive side, those few individuals who have acne into their 40s may well grow

GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, Acid Reflux, Heartburn) Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment

What is GERD (acid reflux)?Gastroesophageal reflux disease, commonly referred to as GERD or acid reflux, is a condition in which the liquid content of the stomach regurgitates (backs up or refluxes) into the esophagus. The liquid can inflame and damage the lining (cause, cause esophagitis) of the esophagus although visible signs of inflammation occur in a minority of patients. The regurgitated

Achondroplasia Genetic Disorder Information

What is achondroplasia? Achondroplasia is a genetic (inherited) condition that results in abnormally short stature and is the most common cause of short stature with disproportionately short limbs. The average height of an adult with achondroplasia is 131 cm (52 inches, or 4 foot 4 inches) in males and 124 cm (49 inches, or 4 foot 1 inch) in females. Although achondroplasia literally means "

Lady Gaga's fashion sense captivates Grammy show

LOS ANGELES – She came in third in the diva Grammy race behind Beyonce and Taylor Swift, but if there had been a trophy for most courageous fashion statement, Lady Gaga would have taken it hands down. Trading in her "Poker Face" for a spiky, silver headdress and matching, shimmering gown, Gaga was the talk of the red carpet at Sunday's 52nd annual Grammy Awards. She also took home two Grammys,