Sarah Edwards

How to Treat Atopic Dermatitis

By Sarah Edwards
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June 13, 2023
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In the United States alone, 16.5 million people have atopic dermatitis, with many living with moderate to severe symptoms. In the past, atopic dermatitis was considered to be a condition that only affected children, characterized by symptoms starting before the teen years and then gradually …

What is the best treatment for ED?

By Sarah Edwards
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June 07, 2023

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Erectile dysfunction (ED) affects about 30 million men in America. ED is a condition in which you cannot get or maintain an erection firm enough for sexual intercourse. Though occasional erection problems are not a cause for concern, if the problem persists, it can cause stress …

How to Treat Macular Degeneration

By Sarah Edwards
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June 06, 2023
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In 2019, more than 10% of Americans over the age of forty were living with some form of macular degeneration. This condition is primarily an age-related retinal problem that can lead to the loss of central vision. Loss of this sort makes it difficult to see …

What are signs of prostate cancer?

By Sarah Edwards
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June 05, 2023
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Of every 100 American men, an average of 13 will get prostate cancer during their lifetimes. Although prostate cancer is a serious condition, men who get treatment early have a high chance of recovery.

Learning to recognize the signs of prostate cancer and knowing the risk …

What Are the Causes of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)?

By Sarah Edwards
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June 05, 2023
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In the United States, 1.5 million people live with rheumatoid arthritis. RA is an inflammatory and autoimmune condition in which your body’s immune system damages healthy cells by mistake, considering them foreign invaders like viruses or bacteria. This disease is a systemic one, meaning …

What is Crohn's Disease? Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment

By Sarah Edwards
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June 02, 2023
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In the United States, over half a million people live with Crohn’s disease, an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). This chronic condition, which is also known as ileitis or regional enteritis, causes inflammation and irritation in the digestive tract. Crohn’s disease can be debilitating and …

What Are The Symptoms of ADHD?

By Sarah Edwards
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May 30, 2023

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Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a condition that affects children, teens, and adults. In the United States, 4% of adults live with this developmental condition that can impact their relationships, careers, and overall quality of life.

Most people have an idea of what ADHD looks like …

How Do You Get Pink Eye?

By Sarah Edwards
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May 18, 2023
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Pink eye is an infection of the tissues that line the eyelid, which doctors call the conjunctiva. For this reason, the medical term for pink eye is “conjunctivitis.” You can get pink eye from bacteria, allergens, or viruses. The condition is uncomfortable, causing itching, swelling, and …