Thyroid eye disease (TED) is an autoimmune condition in which cells target tissues behind the eyes. It causes inflammation, swelling, eye redness and irritation, lid retraction, bulging of the eyes, and double vision. Knowing the signs is essential for management and care. Herein we outline the list as well as how to treat. The disease … Read more
Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is a common heart disorder in which the upper chambers of the heart beat rapidly and irregularly. It reduces the heart’s pumping efficiency and allows blood to pool into clots, raising stroke risk. AFib becomes more likely with age and several health conditions. Early diagnosis and prevention of complications are the critical … Read more
The Macula is the central part of the eye’s retina responsible for sharp, detailed vision. Macular edema is swelling of the macula caused by fluid leaking from retinal blood vessels. When the macula thickens, fine visual tasks like reading, recognizing faces, or driving become difficult, and colors may appear washed out. It can occur at … Read more
Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a neuromuscular disorder leading to deficiency of survival motor neuron proteins. It causes progressive loss of motor function and weakness of the muscles used to move, breathe, and swallow. Early recognition and modern therapies have markedly improved survival and outcomes; know the signs. Clinicians describe several types based on age … Read more
Hemophilia A is a hereditary bleeding disorder. It is caused by low or absent activity of clotting factor VIII, preventing blood from forming stable clots after injury, leading to spontaneous internal bleeding. It is typically inherited in an X-linked pattern. With modern care, most people can live active lives, but early recognition and preventive treatment … Read more
Curcumin, the primary bioactive substance found in the common kitchen spice turmeric, has become a focal point of intensive medical research. Its multi-targeted anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties lead researchers to believe the compound could interfere with the molecular pathways that allow cancer cells to grow, survive, and spread. Here’s what they’ve found. Unlike many traditional … Read more
Polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) is an inflammatory disorder that causes significant muscle pain and stiffness, particularly in the shoulders and hips of seniors. Women are diagnosed with the disorder more often than men, as are Caucasian people. Understanding the signs of this painful disease is important, as are understanding the treatments which can greatly alleviate symptoms. … Read more