What is Vesicoureteral Reflux Vesicoureteral reflux is a condition in which urine from the bladder goes back into the tubes that connect the kidneys to the bladder (ureters). The bladder stores urine after the urine is made by the kidneys. In severe cases of vesicoureteral reflux, urine may flow back through the ureters and into …
What is Vibrio Vulnificus Infection Vibrio Vulnificus Infection is due to a bacteria, Vibrio vulnificus that normally live in warm seawater or in water that is a mixture of fresh and salt water (brackish water).Infection with these bacteria can cause digestive and skin problems. This infection can be very severe in people who have a …
What is Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery Video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS) is a procedure that lets your doctor look inside your chest and do small procedures. Your thoracic area is between your neck and belly. VATS may be done to: Study or find chest problems. Take out a sample of tissue for a test (biopsy). Put medicines …
What is Viral Conjunctivitis Viral conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the clear membrane that covers the white part of your eye and the inner surface of your eyelid (conjunctiva). The inflammation is caused by a viral infection. The blood vessels in the conjunctiva become inflamed, causing the eye to become red or pink, and often …
What is Viral Encephalitis Viral encephalitis is inflammation of the brain that is caused by a virus. It can result in an illness with flu-like symptoms. Sometimes the illness may be severe and require immediate treatment in a hospital. What are the causes? This condition may be caused by many types of viruses. These viruses …
What is Viral Gastroenteritis? Viral gastroenteritis is also known as the stomach flu. This condition is caused by certain germs (viruses). These germs can be passed from person to person very easily (are very contagious). This condition can cause sudden watery poop (diarrhea), fever, and throwing up (vomiting). Having watery poop and throwing up can make …
What is Viral Hemorrhagic Fever(VHF)? Viral hemorrhagic fever is an illness caused by several different viruses. The virus enters the body usually through cuts or scratches on the skin, through a bite, or through moist body surfaces such as the eyes, nose, or mouth (mucous membranes). The virus attacks the body’s disease-fighting (immune) system and …