What is Rh Incompatibility Rh incompatibility is a condition that occurs during pregnancy if a woman has Rh-negative blood and her baby has Rh-positive blood. “Rh-negative” and “Rh-positive” refer to whether or not the blood has a specific protein found on the surface of red blood cells (Rh factor). If a woman has Rh factor, …
What is Rhabdomyolysis Rhabdomyolysis is a condition that happens when muscle cells break down and release substances into the blood that can damage the kidneys. Rhabdomyolysis is a condition characterized by muscle injury leading to myocyte necrosis and the release of intracellular contents into the circulation. 4 Interesting Facts of Rhabdomyolysis 1. Early and vigorous volume …
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What is Rheumatic Fever in Children Rheumatic fever is a condition that can develop after an untreated strep throat infection. It causes inflammation that may affect the entire body. Rheumatic fever most often affects the heart, joints, central nervous system, skin, and underlying tissues. In some cases, rheumatic fever can cause serious damage to the …
What is Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) Rheumatoid arthritis is a long-term (chronic) disease that causes inflammation in your joints. Rheumatoid Arthritis may start slowly. It usually affects the small joints of the hands and feet. Usually, the same joints are affected on both sides of your body. Inflammation from Rheumatoid Arthritis can also affect other parts …
Rheumatoid Factor Test – Why am I having this test? The rheumatoid factor test is used to help diagnose certain autoimmune diseases. Normally, your body makes protective proteins called antibodies (IgM, IgG, and IgA) to help fight off infections. If you have an autoimmune disease, your body may make a collection of antibodies that do not function …
What is Rhinoplasty? Rhinoplasty is surgery to improve the function (reconstructive surgery) or change the look (cosmetic surgery) of your nose. This surgery may also be done to correct birth defects and injuries. The surgery can sometimes be done through incisions made inside the nose. This will keep the scars from being noticed. Other times, …
What is Rib Contusion Rib contusion is a deep bruise on your rib area. Contusions are the result of a blunt trauma that causes bleeding and injury to the tissues under the skin. A rib contusion may involve bruising of the ribs and of the skin and muscles in the area. The skin over the …