Osteoporosis affects millions of Americans, gradually weakening bones and increasing the risk of fractures from even minor falls or sudden movements. While the condition is particularly common among older adults, especially postmenopausal women, it can affect anyone. Understanding the available…
Understanding Osteogenesis Imperfecta (Brittle Bone Disease) OI and Its Types Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI) is a rare genetic disorder that affects the bones, making them fragile and prone to fractures. There are eight types of OI, each with varying degrees of…
COPD, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, is a common respiratory condition that affects millions of people worldwide. This disease is characterized by a persistent obstruction of airflow in the lungs, which can lead to a range of symptoms and complications.…
Myasthenia gravis (MG) is a chronic autoimmune disorder that affects communication between nerves and muscles. This can lead to muscle weakness and fatigue that gets worse with activity. This article explore the causes, symptoms and available treatments for myasthenia gravis.…
Myelodysplastic syndrome consists of a group of disorders caused when blood cells don’t function properly or are poorly formed. They essentially result from issues inside the bone marrow of your body. What Causes Myelodysplastic Syndrome? Healthy bone marrow makes new…
Cardiomyopathy is a heart disease that causes the body issues pumping blood throughout the body. The most common types of cardiomyopathy include restrictive, dilated and hypertrophic. Causes of Cardiomyopathy While the disease can be caused by another condition, or transferred…
Covid-19 disease is caused when an individual gets an infection with severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2. Easily spread through respiratory droplets (cough, sneeze, etc.), Covid-19 has signs and symptoms very similar to a common cold or flu, Tiredness, Cough…
HIV, a virus that impacts the immune system, is treatable and can be managed for years if done correctly by medical professionals. When not treated, it can lead to AIDS. AIDS is a disease that can develop for people with…
Laryngitis occurs when your larynx, or voice box, becomes inflamed from infection, overuse or irritation. The result is a hoarse sounding voice, caused by the vocal cords swelling from the before mentioned reasons. Most cases of laryngitis aren’t serious, typically…
Multiple sclerosis is a chronic disease that affects the central nervous system’s brain, spinal cord, and optic nerves. The protective sheath (myelin) that surrounds nerve fibers is attacked by the immune system in MS. This causes communication issues between the…
