Lipoma

LIPOMA It seldom occurs in oral cavity. It is a benign, slow growing, tumor composed of mature fat cells. Types Encapsulated lipoma-it is the commonest tumor. Diffuse lipoma it does not posses typical features of lipoma. It is also called as ‘pseudolipoma’. Lipomatosis it has multiple lipomas. It refers to the symmetrical masses of fat,

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Osteoporosis

  Osteoporosis is a systemic skeletal disorder characterized by low bone mass, micro-architectural deterioration of bone tissue leading to more porous bone, and consequent increase in fracture risk. It is the most common reason for a broken bone among the elderly.Bones that commonly break include the vertebrae in the spine, the bones of the forearm,

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Typhoid

Typhoid fever is a life-threatening infection caused by the bacterium Salmonella Typhi. It is usually spread through contaminated food or water. Once Salmonella Typhi bacteria are ingested, they multiply and spread into the bloodstream. Salmonella typhi is a Gram-negative, obligate anaerobe that belongs to the serogroup D within subspecies I of the genus Salmonella, and

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Hepatitis

Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver in which the tissue dies in patches. The condition can range from minor flu like symptoms to liver failure. It is caused by viruses or abuse of alcohol or drugs. Acute Viral Hepatitis At least six viruses appear to cause different forms of acute viral hepatitis: Hepatitis A

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