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The parathyroid glands are four small glands at the back of the thyroid gland.

The adrenal glands are two small glands located on top of the kidneys.

Disc degeneration is a normal age-related phenomenon. Aging causes a number of changes in the intervertebral disc in most people. The disc starts to dry out and flatten, and cracks may develop.

Ankle osteoarthritis is the wear and tear of the cartilage in the ankle. It can result from trauma, overuse or misalignment of the foot or ankle. Sometimes it occurs spontaneously as a result of the natural aging process.

Dupuytren's disease is a benign condition in which the connective tissue in pour palm and fingers starts to thicken. This excess connective tissue forms nodules and cords that can cause the fingers to bend towards the palm.

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition in which the median nerve (the main nerve in the hand) becomes compressed at the level of the wrist. This nerve runs together with the finger flexor tendons through a narrow passage called the carpal tunnel. When pressure builds up in this tunnel, the nerve becomes irritated and symptoms can occur.