What is Tumor Lysis Syndrome? Tumor Lysis Syndrome is a life-threatening complication of anticancer treatment that occur after rapid break down of tumor. It is characterized by rapid development of hyperuricemia, hyperkalemia, hyperphosphatemia, acute renal failure and hypocalcemia. This is a result of metabolic byproducts and intracellular ion release that occur during rapid killing of neoplastic cells. Tumor lysis syndrome is a rare case that may happen rapidly or spontaneously. Cancer cells killed by therapy treatment may spill intracellular contents which may then accumulate faster than eliminated causing electrolyte and metabolic disturbances resulting to tumor lysis syndrome. Patients at high risk for tumor lysis are those suffering from leukemia and [...]
Computer Vision Syndrome
by on 04. Feb, 2012 in Syndromes
What is Computer Vision Syndrome Computer vision syndrome or CVS represents a group of eye and vision-related problems resulting due to prolonged computer use. The eyes get strained by direct view on a computer screen. Several individuals are prone to the high demands that occur as a result of computer viewing. It is common in office workers, retired people, students, etc., who spend more than three hours a day in from of computer, constituting about 90 % of the total population. Computer Vision Syndrome Symptoms Headache People may get visual or tension headaches in CVS. Visual headache is usually represented by pain over the front of head during the day [...]
Sjogren’s Syndrome
by on 23. Sep, 2011 in Syndromes
What is Sjogren’s Syndrome? Sjogren’s syndrome is a persistent autoimmune disorder resulting in the white blood cells or leukocytes attacking the glands that produce moisture. This affects the amount of moisture produced resulting in drying of the eyes and mouth. Sjogren’s syndrome leads to inflammation of the body glands responsible for producing saliva and tears resulting in a decrease in the production of water for tears and saliva. The inflammation of glands producing saliva leads to Sjogren’s syndrome dry mouth and lips whereas an inflammation of glands in the eyes producing tears causes dry eyes. At times Sjogren’s syndrome occurs in combination with some other autoimmune connective tissue disorder like [...]
Noonan Syndrome
by on 19. Sep, 2011 in Syndromes
What is Noonan Syndrome ? Noonan syndrome is defined as a developmental disorder which leads to unusual characteristics like abnormal facial structure, heart problems, short stature, skeletal defects, eye abnormalities and bleeding problems. It has been term after Dr. Jacqueline Noonan. Noonan’s Syndrome is a rather commonly observed congenital genetic disorder equally affecting both the genders. It is often confused with Turner’s syndrome even though both of these have distinct genetic causes. About 95 percent of individuals with Noonan syndrome have eye abnormalities. Interestingly, Noonan syndrome has several names including Noonan-Ehmke syndrome, Male Turner syndrome, Pseudo-Ullrich-Turner syndrome, Ullrich-Noonan syndrome, Female Pseudo-Turner syndrome, Familial Turner syndrome, Turner-like syndrome and Turner’s phenotype. [...]
Angelman Syndrome
by on 14. Jun, 2011 in Syndromes
What is Angelman syndrome? Angelman syndrome has been classified as a disorder which involves the affectations in the neurons and the genes of a person. It has been found that the occurrence of this condition is one in every 15,000 live births. Since it causes delays in the developmental and neurological aspect of a child, it is often mistaken as the other neurologic and psychological problems like autism and cerebral palsy. This condition was unraveled by a physician named Harry Angelman. He was puzzled by the children, who appear to be normal during and after birth, but by the 6th month of life, the developmental delays already become very remarkable [...]
Ramsay Hunt Syndrome
by on 05. Apr, 2011 in Syndromes
What is Ramsay Hunt Syndrome? Ramsay Hunt Syndrome is an infection caused by the herpes virus of geniculate nerve ganglion. This leads to paralysis of facial nerves on the similar side as that of the infection. The disorder also leads to development of rash in ears or the area surrounding. The syndrome has been named after James Ramsay Hunt, an American neurologist. Ramsay Hunt Syndrome Type I Ramsay Hunt Syndrome Type I is a rare type of progressive cerebellar dyssynergia. The main characteristics include tremors, convulsions or myoclonic epileptic jerks. The tremors usually starts at one point in extremity and gradually spread to other parts. Arms are affected more than [...]
Marfan Syndrome
by on 02. Apr, 2011 in Syndromes
What is Marfan Syndrome ? Marfan’s syndrome is a genetic disorder which mainly affects the connective tissues leading to abnormalities of eyes, musculoskeletal system and cardiovascular system. Named after Antoine Marfan, a French pediatrician, the syndrome is characterized by joint flexibility, bone elongation, myopia, glaucoma, retinal detachment, early cataracts and lens displacement from the pupil’s center. Marfan Syndrome Facts Marfan syndrome is a heritable disorder which occurs due to a chromosome 15q21.1 disorder. This affects fibrillin production which is necessary for the production of connective tissues. This syndrome affects adults and children alike and irrespective of genders, races or ethnic backgrounds. It affects various body systems including skeleton, nervous system, [...]
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