Medical dictionary

What is tinnitus?   Tinnitus refers to the hearing of noises that are not caused by an external source. Often heard has a ringing or buzzing sound, these may be heard temporarily or chronically. Often, these noises are accentuated when there is absolute silence. Tinnitus is not a condition in itself, but a symptom of an underlying condition.     What are the sympt

What is toe pain? Toe pain is a common symptom due to the fact that our feet are used for movement, including high-impact activities such as walking, running, and jumping. This makes them particularly at risk of injury. There are many other conditions that can affect the various structures of the toe, including the skin, soft tissue, nerves, bones, and blood vessels. What are the causes of t

What is tongue-tie?Tongue-tie, or ankyloglossia, is a congenital condition in which the lingual frenulum (the band of tissue that anchors the bottom of the tongue to the floor of the mouth) is abnormally short and thick, which prevents the tongue from moving freely.While some babies seem unbothered by it, in others it can cause them to struggle when breastfeeding, which is often when the condition

What is a tonsillectomy? A tonsillectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the tonsils which are located at the top of a person’s throat. The tonsils are small organs which are used to catch viruses and bacteria, and prevent them from entering the body. In addition, they also produce white blood cells and antibodies. Why is it done? For many years, it was a popular treatment for

What is tonsillitis? Tonsillitis is an inflammation of the tonsils, which are small organs located at the back of the throat that form part of Waldeyer’s Ring. The tonsils play a vital role in the body’s immune system by physically preventing pathogens from entering the body through the nose and mouth, and they also contain a large number of white blood cells that help fight infection and dis

What are tooth abscesses? Tooth abscesses, which are also known as dental abscesses, are a collection of pus in the tooth, gum or surrounding bone that results from a bacterial infection. There are two main types of abscessed tooth: Periapical abscess – occurs at the end of a tooth at the root. Periodontal abscess – occurs inside the gum.   What are the main

What is tooth decay? Tooth decay is a condition that affects the tissues of the teeth, which are destroyed by the acids of bacterial plaque, causing cavities. The affected teeth are usually punctured gradually, causing pain if the infection reaches the nerve. Children and young people are usually affected, but they can appear at any age. Normally they are classified into several types:

What is tooth decay? Tooth decay is the breakdown of the hard outer surface of the tooth called the enamel. As the enamel wears away, holes in the tooth can form. These are known as cavities or caries.  What are the symptoms? The symptoms of tooth decay in children include: pain around the tooth affected tooth sensitivity (pain when drinking a cold or hot drink, or a very

What is fixed prosthodontics? Fixed prosthodontics (also known as “indirect restorations”) is an area of dentistry that involves replacing teeth with fixed dental prostheses. There are various kinds of fixed prosthodontics: Crowns – also referred to as “caps”, these are attached to what is left of a damaged tooth, providing coverage and protectio