Sep 16, 2020 | Disease Discussion
Multiple sclerosis, better known as MS, affects more than 1 million adults in the United States. It is an autoimmune disease that’s caused when the body attacks its own tissues. More specifically, the immune system attacks and wears down myelin in the nerves. Myelin...
May 20, 2020 | Disease Discussion
Eczema is a skin condition that you hear mentioned more and more. The various types and stages of it impact 31.6 percent of all individuals living in the U.S. today. Eczema shows as patches of the skin and will be itchy, inflamed, cracked, red, and rough. While it is...
May 20, 2020 | Disease Discussion
Many symptoms may be so mild that they are ignored, others may not have any visible symptoms at all, while others may have a severe initial reaction. While you may not experience every phase, it’s important to be aware of the different stages of RA to help in...
May 20, 2020 | Disease Discussion
According to cancer.org, aside from skin cancer, colorectal cancer ranks as the third most commonly diagnosed cancer among men and women in the United States. Further, the American Cancer Society reports that there were over 100,000 new cases of colon cancer in 2019,...
May 20, 2020 | Disease Discussion
It is often difficult for doctors to pinpoint what causes IBS in individuals suffering from a variety of symptoms. Hence, treatment protocols are not straight forward and one size does not fit all. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common condition that affects...
May 12, 2020 | Disease Discussion
If you have inflammation in your digestive tract, you could be suffering from ulcerative colitis or irritable bowel syndrome. Both of these conditions can cause difficult and painful symptoms that impact your quality of life. Here are some important things to know...