Kenneth Kee: 522 books

Achalasia is a swallowing disorder of motility of the lower esophageal or cardiac sphincter.The smooth muscle layer of the esophagus has decreased peristalsis and inability of the sphincter to relax produces a functional stricture or functional esophageal stenosis.The tube that brings food from the...

Fish scale disease (Ichthyosis) is a rare medical non contagious disorder of the keratin of the skin where there is reduction of sweat and sebaceous secretions. Fish scale disease is a skin disorder passed down through families that result in dry, scaly skin. Ichthyosis means fish like appearance...

This book describes Elephant Man Disease, Diagnosis and Treatment and Related Diseases Elephant Man Disease is a rare disorder featured by overgrowth of different tissues of the body. The cause of the disorder is a mosaic difference in a gene called AKT1. Conflicting asymmetric overgrowth happens...

Dental abscesses or gum boils are often seen by a family doctor as a cause of pain in the mouth.A dental abscess is a pocket of pus that can develop inside the teeth, within the gums, or inside the bone that holds the teeth in place.It is normally caused by a bacterial infection.1. An abscess at the...

Hemolytic anemia is the breakup of red blood cells in the blood earlier than normal.Hemolytic anemia is a condition in which the body destroys too many red blood cells.Inherited or acquired conditions or factors can cause hemolytic anemia.Inherited hemolytic anemia is condition such as G6PD Deficiency.Other...

Cubital tunnel syndrome is believed to be the second most common compressive neuropathy.The elbow is the most frequent location of compression of the ulnar nerve.Cubital tunnel syndrome is present in men more often than women.Symptoms are:1. Wasting and weakness of the small muscles of the hand and...

Melasma is a medical disorder characterized by dark spots on the face.Melasma are patches of dark skin that occur on parts of the face that are exposed to the sun.Melasma is a skin condition that can happen at any time in life.It is simply a type of skin discoloration found on parts of the face exposed...

Diabetes Insipidus is a rare disease which is characterized by the absence of antidiuretic hormone (ADH) resulting in a copious flow of dilute urine and excessive thirst.Diabetes insipidus is a not common condition in which the kidneys are unable to prevent the excretion of water.During the day, the...

This book describes Numbness and Tingling, Diagnosis and Treatment and Related DiseasesMy sister-in-law last week complains of numbness and tingling of both hands and legs.In spite of treatment by the hospital she did not improve.She is still being investigated by the hospital’s specialists.Numbness...

Sleepwalking (somnambulism) is a medical sleep disorder that happens when people walk or do other activity while still asleep. Sleepwalking, formally called somnambulism, is a sleep behavior disorder that starts during deep sleep and leads to walking or doing other complicated behaviors while...

Hypocalcemia is a frequent biochemical disorder that can vary in severity from being asymptomatic in mild cases to presenting as an acute life-threatening crisis.Hypocalcemia is too low calcium (below 8.4 mg/dL or 2.25 mmol/L) in the blood.Normal blood Calcium varies from 8.4 to 10.4 mg/dL (2.25-2.6...

Ludwig's angina is a rare bacterial infection that infects the floor of the mouth.It normally happens if a tooth infection is left not treated.If the disorder is not promptly treated it can result in severe complications and can be fatal.Ludwig's angina is an acute cellulitis in the area...

Teeth discoloration is seen as teeth that have stained yellow or darker and presents as a blemish on the facial appearance of a person.It can affect self esteem.Causes:Discoloration can be caused by:A. External factors stain the outer layer of the tooth and include1. Smoking,2. Beverages such as coffee,...

Peptic Ulcer Peptic ulcers are common in people who are stressed or do not take regular meals. They also occur in people who take pain killers such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines or steroids and hormones. In the past (refer my book A Family Doctor’s Tale on milk drip) a fast...