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Fatty liver (hepatic steatosis; steatohepatitis)

Fatty liver (hepatic steatosis; steatohepatitis)

Fatty liver disease (also called steatosis, steatohepatitis or non-alcoholic liver disease) refers to the accumulation of fatty tissues in the liver.

20 Dec 2004

Sarcoidosis

Sarcoidosis

Sarcoidosis refers to the abnormal growth of nodules of inflamed tissues, most commonly in the lungs or nervous system.

10 Dec 2004

Amyloidosis

Amyloidosis

Amyloidosis refers to a group of diseases in which insoluble protein is abnormally deposited in tissues and organs, changing their structure and function.

09 Dec 2004

Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (juvenile idiopathic arthritis, juvenile chronic arthritis)

Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (juvenile idiopathic arthritis, juvenile chronic arthritis)

Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis is a group of diseases which cause chronic joint pain and swelling in children. The cause is unknown.

07 Dec 2004

Polymyositis

Polymyositis

Polymyositis is an inflammatory muscle disease which causes fever, weight loss and muscle wasting in adults. It is thought to be an autoimmune condition.

24 Nov 2004

Psoriatic arthritis

Psoriatic arthritis

Psoriatic arthritis affects some people with psoriasis. It is a chronic inflammatory disease affecting the joints, causing painful, stiff or swollen joints.

24 Nov 2004

Polyarteritis nodosa (PAN)

Polyarteritis nodosa (PAN)

Polyarteritis nodosa is a condition which affects the small and medium blood vessels that supply the liver, muscles, heart and/or intestines.

22 Nov 2004

Gastritis

Gastritis

Gastritis is inflammation of the stomach lining. It has many causes, including infection and alcohol. It is associated with abdominal pain and nausea.

16 Nov 2004

Appendicitis

Appendicitis

Appendicitis is the sudden onset of inflammation of the appendix. It causes severe abdominal pain and is treated with an operation to remove the appendix.

07 Nov 2004