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Hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state (HHS) is a serious problem that can happen when you have diabetes. Diabetes is a condition in which sugar (glucose) stays in the blood instead of entering the body's cells, where it can be used for energy. This...

Nephrotic syndrome is a problem where too much protein called albumin is released from the body into the urine. It means that one or both kidneys are damaged.

Burns are classified as first-, second-, or third-degree, depending on how deeply and severely they penetrate the skin's surface.

Acne is a disorder of the hair follicles and sebaceous glands. Hair follicles are the areas around the base or root of each hair. Sebaceous glands are the tiny glands that release oil (sebum) into the hair follicles. The sebum moistens the skin and hair. The sebum and hair get to the skin surface through tiny holes called pores.

Hepatitis is a redness and swelling (inflammation) of the liver. It sometimes causes permanent liver damage.

Hepatitis C is a liver disease that is caused by the hepatitis C virus. It is redness and swelling (inflammation) of the liver that sometimes causes lasting damage. The liver isn’t able to work the way it should.

Detailed information on burns, burn types, classification of burns, burn treatment, and burn rehabilitation

A pacemaker is a small device implanted under the skin that sends electrical signals to start or regulate a slow heartbeat.

Acne affects teens and adults of all ages. It happens when oil secreted by sebaceous glands clogs the hair follicle. Bacteria infect the clogged follicle and cause pimples.