Many people experience some hair loss or thinning as they age. It is a natural part of getting old and is to be expected later in life. However, some people experience extreme patches of hair loss throughout their life, starting early on. Many of these...
Macular degeneration is the leading cause of loss of vision. It even outranks cataracts and glaucoma. Macular degeneration is a common disease, especially as people age. However, it is currently considered incurable. Macular degeneration leads to unclear central vision, which is necessary for everyday tasks...
Cerebral palsy is a rare disorder that leads to reduced movement and muscle tone. It is caused by abnormal brain development before birth. Cerebral palsy does not look the same on every affected individual. Some people with cerebral palsy can walk on their own, albeit...
Psoriasis is a very common skin condition among people in the United States. At its core, psoriasis is caused when the life cycle of skin cells is sped up too much. This leads to skin patches that are scaly and red, and often itchy and...
Inflammatory bowel disease is a term for a group of digestive tract diseases. Many people are affected by this disease, but some worse than others. It is estimated that over one million Americans suffer from inflammatory bowel disease. Diagnosing inflammatory bowel disease can be a...
Fibromyalgia has been a difficult disease to understand for those in the medical community. Oftentimes, the cause is not understood, and therefore, it can be difficult to find a cure or treatment plan. Patients suffering from fibromyalgia typically feel some form of pain throughout their...
Most people know someone who has asthma, or they themselves have asthma. It is a very common condition that occurs when the airways narrow and swell, which can cause production of extra mucus. Some people are only mildly affected by asthma, whereas others may not...
Concussions have been a largely talked about topic in the medical and sports communities. Contact sports, such as football, put athletes at high risk for repeated concussions. Until recently, the long term effects of concussion has not been truly understood. Concussions are sometimes described as...
Cataracts are a very common occurrence, especially as people age. Cataracts can cause vision to seem blurry and develop slowly over time. In the early stages, cataracts do not greatly affect vision. However, left untreated, they can make things like driving or reading almost impossible....
Sports injuries are common among children and adults, whether you are a trained athlete, or engage in sports for fun. Injuries can happen quickly, especially in contact sports. Or, they can develop over time, in the case of chronic injuries. However, the healing process can...