Syndrome is a collection of symptoms indicating a particular medical condition. Term comes from Greek "syn" (together) and "dromos" (running). First used in 16th century for disease-related symptoms
GBS causes rapid muscle weakness due to immune system attacking peripheral nerves. Initial symptoms include numbness, tingling, and pain, often starting in feet. About 15% develop breathing muscle weakness requiring mechanical ventilation. About 30% experience cranial nerve involvement affecting head and face
Hypoesthesia is reduced sensation or partial loss of touch sensation. Results from nerve damage and blood vessel blockages. Can be detected through imaging studies
Pre-ejaculation and ejaculation are normal during sexual activity. Smegma, a lubricating substance, is common in uncircumcised men
Diarrhea is loose, watery stools that typically last 2-3 days. Acute lasts up to 2 days, persistent up to 1 month, chronic over 1 month. Most common cause is viral infection in gut
Cancer caused nearly 10 million deaths worldwide in 2020. Breast, lung, colon, rectum and prostate are most common cancers. Approximately 400,000 children develop cancer each year