Quick Overview Wolfram Syndrome, a rare genetic disorder, often referred to as DIDMOAD (Diabetes Insipidus, Diabetes Mellitus, Optic Atrophy, and Deafness), is a rare genetic disorder that affects many of the body’s systems. It is characterized by childhood-onset diabetes mellitus, optic atrophy, diabetes insipidus, and hearing loss. Other symptoms may include neurological problems, bladder and … Read more
Quick Overview Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis (LCH) is a rare disorder that primarily affects children, but can also occur in adults. It’s characterized by the overproduction and accumulation of Langerhans cells in various tissues and organs. Langerhans cells are normally found in the skin, lungs, and lymph nodes, but in LCH they can collect in other … Read more
Quick Overview Moyamoya disease is a rare and complex cerebrovascular disorder characterized by the progressive narrowing of the arteries at the base of the brain. The name “Moyamoya” means “puff of smoke” in Japanese, describing the appearance of the collateral blood vessels that form to compensate for the blockages. This can lead to a number of … Read more
Overview Lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM) is a rare, progressive lung disease that primarily affects women of childbearing age. This condition is characterized by an abnormal proliferation of smooth muscle-like cells that invade the lungs and lymphatics. LAM can damage lung tissue and lead to a number of complications, including collapsed lungs, shortness of breath, and respiratory failure. … Read more
The term ‘’Beck’s Triad’’ is a set of three clinical signs that are commonly associated with cardiac tamponade, a potentially life-threatening condition in which excess fluid accumulates within the pericardium, the membrane surrounding the heart.