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Kaposi’s sarcoma 09/28/2008
Kaposi's sarcoma is a cancerous tumor of the connective tissue, and is often associated with AIDS . Causes, incidence, and risk factors: Before the AIDS epidemic, Kaposi's sarcoma was seen mainly in elderly Italian and Jewish men, and rarely, in elderly women. Among this group, the tumors developed slowly. In AIDS patients, the cancer can develop very fast. It may also involve the skin, lungs, gastrointestinal tract, and other organs. In people with AIDS, Kaposi's sarcoma is caused by an interaction between HIV , a weakened immune system, and the human herpesvirus-8 (HHV-8).

Karyotyping 02/20/2009
Chromosome analysis How the test is performed: The test can be performed on almost any tissue, including: Amniotic fluid Blood Bone marrow Tissue from the organ that develops during pregnancy to feed a growing baby (placenta) To test amniotic fluid, an amniocentesis is done.

Kawasaki disease 11/23/2009
Mucocutaneous lymph node syndrome; Infantile polyarteritis Causes, incidence, and risk factors: Kawasaki disease occurs most frequently in Japan, where the disease was first discovered. In the United States, after congenital heart defects, Kawasaki disease is the leading cause of heart disease in children. Most of these patients are younger than age 5.

Kegel exercises 06/17/2010
Kegel exercises are recommended for: Women with urinary stress incontinence Some men who have urinary incontinence after prostate surgery People who have fecal incontinence Kegel exercises can help strengthen the muscles under the uterus, bladder, and bowel (large intestine).

Keloids 10/03/2008
Hypertrophic scar; Keloid scar; Scar - hypertrophic Causes, incidence, and risk factors: Keloids occur from such skin injuries as: Acne Burns Chickenpox Ear piercing Minor scratches Surgical cuts Traumatic wounds Vaccination sites They are fairly common in young women and African Americans. Keloids often run in families.

Keratoconus 08/22/2008
Keratoconus is a deterioration of the structure of the cornea with gradual bulging from the normal round shape to a cone shape. Causes, incidence, and risk factors: The cause is unknown. Keratoconus is more common in contact lens wearers and people with nearsighted eyes. Some researchers believe that allergy may play a role. Symptoms: This condition causes decreased visual acuity . The earliest symptom is subtle blurring of vision that cannot be corrected with glasses.

Keratosis obturans 04/10/2009
Keratosis obturans is the build up of extra skin cells and flakey skin in the ear canal. It may be associated with pain or mild hearing loss. Causes, incidence, and risk factors: Symptoms: Signs and tests: Treatment: Support Groups: Expectations (prognosis): Complications: Calling your health care provider: Prevention: Review Date: 4/10/2009 Reviewed By: Kevin Berman, MD, PhD, Atlanta Center for Dermatologic Disease, Atlanta, GA.

Keratosis pilaris 12/11/2009
Keratosis pilaris is a common skin condition in which a protein in the skin called keratin forms hard plugs within hair follicles. Causes, incidence, and risk factors: Keratosis pilaris is harmless ( benign ), does not get worse over time, and often disappears with age. It is more common in patients who have very dry skin, or who have atopic dermatitis (eczema). It seems to run in families. In mild cases, small bumps, similar in appearance to "goose bumps," are found on the backs of the upper arms.

Kernicterus 06/01/2009
Bilirubin encephalopathy Causes, incidence, and risk factors: Kernicterus is caused by very high levels of bilirubin. Bilirubin is a yellow pigment that is created in the body during the normal recycling of old red blood cells. High levels of bilirubin in the body can cause the skin to look yellow (which is called jaundice).

Kerosene 02/01/2010
Lamp oil poisoning; Coal oil poisoning Poisonous Ingredient: Hydrocarbons, substances that contain only hydrogen and carbon.

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