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Hepatitis D (Hdv, of which three genotypes have been identified) is an infectious liver disease caused by a so-called 'defective' virus, i.e. a satellite virus that is only able to replicate in the presence of the hepatitis B virus…

Dilated cardiomyopathy is a disease of the heart in which the left ventricle, which pumps blood into the circulation, is enlarged and cannot contract or shorten normally

Raynaud's phenomenon is characterised by spasm (transient narrowing) of blood vessels in certain peripheral areas of the body

The most frequent symptoms are weight loss, joint swelling and stiffness, hair loss, fever, fatigue, malaise and mouth ulcers

When a migraine attack or episode occurs, you will do almost anything to make symptoms go away. While most migraine is not serious, there are instances where they can be a sign of a more serious condition

Cerebral venous sinus thrombosis (CVST) is an obstruction of the vessels that carry blood from the brain to the internal jugular vein. It can be due to autoimmune diseases and thrombophilias

Fibromyoma, more frequently known as uterine fibroma, is the most frequent benign tumour of the uterus. Synonyms are myoma and leiomyoma

Ingrown toenail is a very painful condition that can affect women and men indiscriminately and of any age

A rare disease characterised by the appearance of blisters on the skin. It can benefit from immunosuppressive drugs and heals within a few years

Arthrosis of the knee (or gonarthrosis) is a condition caused by premature wear of the joint ends. Gonarthrosis does not allow normal walking and mostly affects the elderly population (>65 years)