The Weber test uses a tuning fork to determine if a patient has hearing loss in one ear. If the patient hears the sound differently in each ear, it may be a sign of conductive or sensorineural hearing loss. Conductive hearing loss shows increased hearing in the affected ear, while sensorineural hearing loss shows the […]
Osler Weber Rendu syndrome, also known as hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia, is a genetic disorder that causes irregular blood vessel formations, leading to skin breakdown and severe internal or external bleeding. It is most common in Caucasians and requires lifelong management. Symptoms include purplish-red clusters of blood vessels, nosebleeds, and bleeding inside and outside the body. […]
