Health Conditions Starting With B — Research & Medical Insights

One of the most common musculoskeletal complaints, affecting the lumbar or thoracic spine.

A mood disorder with episodes of mania and depression.

Cancer originating in the cells of the bladder lining, often detected early via hematuria.

Abnormal cell growth in or around the brain, which can be benign or malignant.

The most common cancer in women worldwide, originating in breast tissue.

Inflammation of the bronchial tubes, causing cough and mucus production.

An imbalance of vaginal bacteria causing unusual discharge and odor.

A fluid-filled swelling behind the knee, often linked to arthritis or cartilage injury.

Change in the esophageal lining from chronic acid reflux, raising cancer risk.

The most common form of skin cancer, slow-growing and rarely metastatic.

Pressure ulcers from prolonged skin pressure, common in bedridden patients.

Sudden, usually temporary paralysis or weakness of one side of the face.

Non-cancerous prostate enlargement common in older men, causing urinary symptoms.

Recurrent episodes of eating large amounts of food with a sense of loss of control.

Chronic inflammation of the eyelid margins causing irritation and crusting.

A mental disorder characterized by obsessive focus on perceived physical flaws.

Rare malignant tumors originating in bone tissue, including osteosarcoma and Ewing sarcoma.

Smooth bony growths that form on bone edges, often near joints.

A mental disorder marked by unstable moods, relationships, and self-image.

A rare but serious paralytic illness from a toxin produced by Clostridium botulinum.

Damage to the nerve network supplying the arm, causing weakness or paralysis.

An abnormally slow heart rate, below 60 beats per minute in adults.

A weak spot in a brain artery wall that can rupture causing hemorrhagic stroke.

A bacterial infection from contaminated dairy or contact with infected animals.

An eating disorder with cycles of binge eating followed by compensatory purging.

An autoimmune skin disease causing large, fluid-filled blisters, mostly in older adults.

Bony bumps at the base of the big toe from chronic pressure or misalignment.

A highly aggressive form of non-Hodgkin lymphoma with rapid tumor growth.

Tissue damage from heat, chemicals, electricity, or radiation, classified by depth.

Inflammation of fluid-filled sacs that cushion joints, causing pain with movement.

Cholangiocarcinoma — a rare cancer forming in the bile ducts of the liver.

Descent of the bladder into the vaginal canal due to weakened pelvic floor muscles.

Involuntary, forceful closing of the eyelids, often treated with botulinum injections.

Painful, pus-filled skin infections of hair follicles, usually from Staphylococcus bacteria.

A partial or complete blockage preventing contents from passing through the intestines.

A pus-filled collection in the brain from infection, requiring urgent drainage.

A benign, fluid-filled sac in breast tissue common in premenopausal women.

A common benign breast tumor, most often diagnosed in young women.

Osteogenesis imperfecta — a genetic disorder causing fragile, easily broken bones.

Permanent widening of the airways, causing chronic cough and recurrent infections.

Viral infection of the small airways in infants, often caused by RSV.

Involuntary teeth grinding or clenching, often during sleep, damaging teeth and jaw.

A rare condition in which hepatic veins become obstructed, causing liver dysfunction.

A common lower urinary tract infection causing urgency, burning, and frequent urination.

Severe or complete vision loss from various causes including cataracts, glaucoma, or retinal disease.

Inflammation and clotting in small and medium arteries, strongly linked to smoking.

Abnormal coagulation within a blood vessel, which can obstruct circulation.

A lay term for cognitive cloudiness with poor concentration and slowed thinking.

A painful collection of pus in the breast, often from bacterial infection during breastfeeding.

A fluid-filled cyst near the vaginal opening when the Bartholin gland duct is blocked.

Inflammation of the head of the penis, often from infection or irritation.

A rare but serious stroke involving the artery supplying the brainstem.