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  • Dupuytren’s Disease

    Dupuytren’s Disease Definition and Description of Dupuytren’s Disease Dupuytren’s Disease, also known as Dupuytren’s contracture, is a condition that affects the palmar fascia—the connective tissue located beneath the skin of the palm. The condition leads to the thickening and shortening of this fascia, which can ultimately cause the fingers, particularly the ring and little fingers,…

  • Black Hairy Tongue

    Black Hairy Tongue Definition and Description of Black Hairy Tongue Black Hairy Tongue, clinically referred to as lingua villosa, is a benign condition characterized by an abnormal appearance of the tongue. The surface becomes elongated and discolored, giving it a hairy appearance due to the accumulation of dead cells, bacteria, and food debris. This condition…