Definition Temporomandibular joint and muscle disorders (TMJ disorders) are problems or symptoms of the chewing…
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Symptoms & Signs Symptoms associated with TMJ disorders may be: Biting or chewing difficulty or…
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Treatment Simple, gentle therapies are usually recommended first. Learn how to gently stretch, relax, or…
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Definition Tinea versicolor is a long-term (chronic) fungal infection of the skin. Overview, Causes, &…
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Symptoms & Signs The main symptom is patches of discolored skin with sharp borders (edges)…
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Treatment Treatment consists of applying antifungal medicines to the skin. These medications include clotrimazole, ketoconazole,…
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Definition Tinea corporis is a skin infection due to fungi. See also: Tinea capitis Tinea…
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Symptoms & Signs Symptoms include itching and a ring-shaped, red-colored skin rash. The rash may…
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Treatment Keep the skin clean and dry. Over-the-counter antifungal creams, such as those that contain…
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Definition Tinea capitis is a fungal infection of the scalp. Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors…
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Symptoms & Signs Symptoms include: Areas that appear bald, due to hair that has broken…
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Treatment Anti-fungal medications, taken by mouth, are used to treat the infection. Griseofulvin, terbinafine, and…
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Definition Tick paralysis is a loss of muscle function that results from a tick bite.…
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Symptoms & Signs Children with tick paralysis develop an unsteady gait (ataxia) followed several days…
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Treatment Removing the tick removes the source of the neurotoxin. Recovery is rapid following the…
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Definition Tibial nerve dysfunction is a loss of movement or sensation in the lower leg,…
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Symptoms & Signs Sensation changes on the bottom of the foot Numbness, tingling, or other…
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Treatment Treatment is aimed at increasing mobility and independent self-care. In some cases, no treatment…
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MONDAY, Jan. 24 (HealthDay News) — A stress management program based on cognitive behavioral therapy…
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MONDAY, Jan. 24 (HealthDay News) — Heavy smokers of childbearing age — especially women who…