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Waardenburg syndrome 07/01/2007
Klein-Waardenburg syndrome; Waardenburg-Shah syndrome Causes, incidence, and risk factors: Waardenburg syndrome is inherited as an autosomal dominant trait, meaning only one parent has to pass on the gene for a child to be affected. There are four main types of Waardenburg syndrome. The most common types are Type I and Type II.

Walking abnormalities 03/26/2009
Gait abnormalities Considerations: The pattern of how a person walks is called their gait. Many different types of walking abnormalities are produced unconsciously. Most, but not all, are due to some physical condition. Some walking abnormalities are so characteristic that they have been given descriptive names: Propulsive gait -- a stooped, rigid posture, with the head and neck bent forward Scissors gait -- legs flexed slightly at the hips and knees, giving the appearance of crouching, with the knees and thighs hitting or crossing in a scissors-like movement Spastic gait -- a stiff, foot-dragging walk caused by one-sided, long-term, muscle contraction Steppage gait -- foot drop where the foot hangs with the toes pointing down, causing the toes to scrape the ground while walking Waddling gait -- a distinctive duck-like walk that may appear in childhood or later in life Common Causes: Abnormal gait may be caused by diseases in many different areas of the body.

Warning Signs For Potential Complications During Pregnancy 10/22/2008
Most women only experience the normal discomforts that take place during pregnancy. However, sometimes there can be complications that need immediate medical attention. If you experience any of the symptoms listed below, contact your health care provider immediately, or go to the hospital or emergency room. Vaginal bleeding Vaginal discharge that is unusual Pain or burning upon urination, or decrease in urination Persistent nausea or vomiting Leakage of fluid from the vagina Sharp pelvic pain or severe cramping Frequent dizzy spells or fainting Severe, persistent, frequent headaches Visual disturbances such as blurred vision, white lights or flashes, dots in front of the eyes Sudden swelling in hands, feet, and face Falling or sustaining a blow to your abdomen Noticeable decrease or absence of fetal movement High fever - over 100.

Wart removal 10/28/2008
Question: Can warts be safely removed without seeing a dermatologist? Answer: Over-the-counter (OTC) medications containing salicylic acid are often effective in removing warts. Keeping a wart loosely covered with duct tape for many weeks may also help it to disappear. However, any wart that does not respond to OTC treatments should be examined by a dermatologist. See: Warts Review Date: 10/28/2008 Reviewed By: Michael Lehrer, M.

Wart remover poisoning 02/03/2009
Wart removers are medicines used to eliminate warts , which are small, usually painless growths on the skin caused by a virus. Wart remover poisoning occurs when someone accidentally or intentionally swallows or uses more than the normal or recommended amount of this medication. This is for information only and not for use in the treatment or management of an actual poison exposure. If you have an exposure, you should call your local emergency number (such as 911) or the National Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222.

Warts 10/28/2008
Warts are small, usually painless growths on the skin caused by a virus. They are generally harmless. However, warts can be disfiguring and embarrassing, and occasionally they itch or hurt (particularly on the feet). The different types of warts include: Common warts usually appear on the hands, but can appear anywhere. Flat warts are generally found on the face and forehead. They are common in children, less so in teens, and rare in adults. Genital warts are usually found on the genitals, in the pubic area, and in the area between the thighs, but they can also appear inside the vagina and anal canal.

Wasp sting 02/17/2009
This article describes the effects of a wasp sting. This is for information only and not for use in the treatment or management of an actual poison exposure. If you have an exposure, you should call your local emergency number (such as 911) or the National Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222. Poisonous Ingredient: Wasp venom, which is injected into you when you are stung Where Found: Wasp Symptoms: Most people stung by a wasp will have only swelling, itching, and pain at the site of the sting.

Water in diet 08/08/2007
Diet - water; H2O Function: Water makes up more than two-thirds of the weight of the human body. Without water, humans would die in a few days. All the cells and organs need water to function. Water serves as a lubricant and is the basis of saliva and the fluids surrounding the joints. Water regulates the body temperature through perspiration . It also helps prevent and alleviate constipation by moving food through the intestinal tract.

Watercolors 02/09/2009
Paint - watercolors Poisonous Ingredient: Man-made or natural pigments (especially cadmium and cobalt) Gum arabic Note: Watercolor paints sold for home use are generally considered nonpoisonous.

Waterhouse-Friderichsen syndrome 08/16/2007
Waterhouse-Friderichsen syndrome is adrenal gland failure due to bleeding into the adrenal gland. It is caused by severe meningococcal infection or other severe, overwhelming infection. Symptoms include acute adrenal gland insufficiency and profound shock . It is deadly if not treated immediately. Causes, incidence, and risk factors: Symptoms: Signs and tests: Treatment: Support Groups: Expectations (prognosis): Complications: Calling your health care provider: Prevention: Review Date: 8/16/2007 Reviewed By: Arnold L.

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