Health A-Z

Celiac Disease Rash: Overview, Symptoms and Treatment

Celiac disease rash (dermatitis herpetiformis) causes itchy blisters on elbows, knees and buttocks. Learn the signs, biopsy diagnosis and treatment.

Rheumatoid arthritis of the knee is an autoimmune disease that inflames the joint lining. Learn the causes, symptoms, tests and treatment options.

Signs of rheumatoid arthritis include symmetrical joint pain, swelling and morning stiffness. See the 17 key signs, tests and treatment options.

Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, now called JIA, is chronic arthritis that starts before age 16. Learn its types, symptoms, eye risks and treatment.

Osteoporosis makes bones fragile and is silent until a fracture. Learn the causes, risk factors, DEXA testing, treatment options and prevention.

Osteomalacia is softening of the bones, usually from low vitamin D. Learn its causes, symptoms, and how doctors treat it with vitamin D and calcium.

How to prevent osteoporosis: get enough calcium and vitamin D, do weight-bearing exercise, avoid smoking, limit alcohol, and know your risk factors.

Nasal septum deviation is very common and often harmless. It can come from growth or injury; septoplasty is the only fix if breathing suffers.

Common nose diseases include rhinitis, sinusitis, nasal polyps and nasal fractures. Nasal steroid sprays and saline rinses are key treatments.

Fluid draining from the ear is often from an ear infection or swimmer's ear. Clear fluid after a head injury is an emergency. See causes.