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Browse public condition summaries from China medical resources by stable specialty category.
Osteophyte
Osteophytes, also known as bone spurs, are bony growths that form on the edges of normal bones. Most cases are asymptomatic, but when they compress nerves or irritate surrounding soft tissues, they can cause pain or limited joint movement.
View detailsSpinal fracture
A fracture refers to a break in the continuity and integrity of a bone. A spinal fracture is a type of fracture involving the vertebrae, meaning that the continuity and integrity of the spine are disrupted due to certain factors. It includes fractures of the cervical, thoracic, thoracolumbar, and lumbar spine, with thoracolumbar fractures being the most common. Spinal fractures can be accompanied by spinal cord injury, which can lead to disability or even be life-threatening in severe cases.
View detailsKnee injury
Knee joint injury is a type of disease that refers to the damage of any structure in the knee joint due to certain factors. The knee joint injuries we usually refer to mainly involve damage to the relevant ligaments and menisci. This disease is common in young people who love sports and older adults. The main symptoms include knee joint swelling and pain.
Cervical spondylosis
Cervical spondylosis refers to a clinical syndrome caused by degenerative changes in the intervertebral discs of the cervical spine, primarily characterized by symptoms such as neck stiffness, pain, and discomfort. It predominantly affects middle-aged and elderly individuals.
View detailsLumbar disc herniation
Lumbar disc herniation is a condition caused by varying degrees of degenerative changes (lumbar spine aging) in the lumbar intervertebral disc (including the nucleus pulposus, annulus fibrosus, and cartilage endplate). Under the influence of external forces, the annulus fibrosus ruptures, and the nucleus pulposus protrudes (or extrudes) through the rupture into the posterior or spinal canal, leading to irritation or compression of adjacent nerves. It is a common cause of low back and leg pain.
View detailsFracture
A fracture occurs when the force applied to a bone exceeds its strength, leading to a complete or partial break, meaning the continuity and integrity of the bone are disrupted. The main symptoms of a fracture include pain, swelling, deformity, abnormal mobility, and crepitus at the fracture site. In severe cases, shock may occur.
View detailsCephalohematoma
Neonatal cephalohematoma, also known as subperiosteal hematoma, is often caused by birth trauma that ruptures subperiosteal blood vessels, leading to blood accumulation localized beneath the periosteum. It typically presents with clear boundaries, does not cross suture lines, and has a fluctuating feel. Cephalohematomas are most commonly found in the parietal and occipital regions, manifesting as localized, well-defined masses.
View detailsNeonatal clavicle fracture
Neonatal clavicle fracture is one of the most common complications during childbirth, often occurring during natural delivery. The main symptoms include impaired movement of the affected upper limb and pain upon palpation of the clavicle.
View detailsOmphalitis in newborns
Neonatal omphalitis is a localized skin tissue infection caused by bacteria invading the body through the umbilical stump after birth. The main symptoms include redness, exudation, and pus discharge from the umbilicus.
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