Stacy’s first child was born with snow white hair even though she and her husband were both dark-haired. The doctor indicated he would order tests to find out the cause. The shocked parents were surprised to learn that there were a number of types of albinism. Overview of Albinism The National Organization for Albinism and […]
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If you suffer from occasional or frequent vertigo, you may be suffering from benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV). Chances are that if you are suffering from periodic vertigo, you probably have BPPV, because it is one of the most commonly diagnosed types of vertigo. Symptoms of BPPV The symptoms of benign paroxysmal positional vertigo are […]
The retina (Thin layer of neural cells covering the back two-thirds of the eyeball.) contains two types of photoreceptors: Rods and cones. Approximately 125 million rod receptors, located mostly at the periphery of the retina, more sensitive to light than cones, but not able to differentiate among colors, and not able to perceive shades of […]
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While many vision defect symptoms of Parkinson’s disease do not sound so severe when you read the list, the fact is that they are not as easily corrected as when they occur in people who do not have PD. Some problems are caused by characteristic PD symptoms while in other instances the problems may actually […]
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Albinism is a group of inherited disorders most commonly characterized by unusually fair hair and skin at birth. Because eye development is severely affected by albinism, it is important to obtain a diagnosis quickly, so that therapy and help can be established for the baby. Eye development is also the most obvious sign that your […]
Estes Contemporary Health Issues Pam Bass, Instructor “What Happens While ‘Wet’” Just below the first ranking alcohol, and second ranking cigarettes, marijuana comes in at the fourth next highest indulgence for full-time college students and other people equally. Six point three percent of students versus seven point one other individuals are reported to consume hallucinogens. […]
Vertigo is often confused with the terms dizziness and fainting, but all three of these refer to very different phenomena. Knowing the difference and accurately communicating that to your healthcare provider can help to narrow down the possible causes of your symptoms, lead to a diagnosis, and ultimately lead to treatment. Dizziness and faintness both […]