Neurocutaneous syndromes are conditions that affect a person’s skin and nervous systems. They are present from birth. These disorders are incurable, but treatments are available to help manage ...

Valerie Young, EdD, is the author of “The Secret Thoughts of Successful Women: Why Capable People Suffer from the Impostor Syndrome and How to Thrive in Spite of It.” Her work focuses on helping ...

Autoimmune polyendocrine syndromes comprise a diverse group of clinical conditions characterized by functional impairment of multiple endocrine glands due to loss of immune tolerance. These syndromes ...

Researchers at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) have developed some of the first robust laboratory models of a ...

Sanfilippo syndrome, also known as mucopolysaccharidosis type III, is a rare life-threatening disorder that interferes with metabolism. While it doesn’t have a cure, some symptoms can be treated to ...

Learn what Turner Syndrome is—its causes, symptoms, types, and treatment options—through this guide to help you manage it and ...

Causalgia is technically known as complex regional pain syndrome type II (CRPS II). It’s a neurological disorder that can produce long lasting, intense pain. Causalgia (CRPS II) arises after an injury ...

Bartter syndrome refers to a set of rare genetic disorders characterized by distinct kidney function abnormalities. These flaws impede the kidney's ability to reabsorb salt, resulting in electrolyte ...

Hepatorenal syndrome is when the kidneys stop working properly due to liver failure. It is a life threatening condition. In most cases, a person will not survive without a liver transplant. There are ...

Stickler syndrome is a rare disease of the connective tissues that mostly affects areas around the eyes, ears, face, and mouth. Retinal detachment is a common complication of this disease, and it’s ...