Conditions
How Do I Reduce Sciatica Nerve Pain?
If you’ve ever had a sudden sharp pain in your lower back or hip that went down into your leg, you may have experienced sciatica nerve pain. Between 10% to 40% of the population experience sciatica during their lifetime. Sciatica before the age of 20 …
Cellulitis: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment & Recovery
Cellulitis is a bacterial infection that impacts the deeper layers of tissue in the skin. This condition often springs up in the legs and feet, creating inflamed, reddened areas that are painful or hot to the touch. An estimated 14 million Americans are diagnosed with cellulitis …
The Best Treatment Options for Psoriasis
Approximately 7.5 million people in the United States have psoriasis. Psoriasis is an autoimmune condition that affects your skin, causing inflammation, discomfort, and itchiness. People with psoriasis have patches of thick, scaly skin called plaques, usually on the knees, elbows, scalp, and trunk. It is …
Lupus: Symptoms, Causes, Types & Treatments
Lupus is an autoimmune condition that affects multiple parts of the body. Lupus is a complex condition to pinpoint due to its symptoms mimicking those of other diseases. Further complicating the matter, the symptoms are often unique to each individual. Individuals with lupus may experience symptoms …
Adult Onset Spinal Muscular Atrophy: Diagnosis, Symptoms and Treatment
A diagnosis of Adult Onset Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) can have a profound impact on your life. You may need long term multidisciplinary healthcare and support to maintain your independence and quality of life.
Most kinds of SMA are caused by changes (mutations) in the gene …
How to Recognize the Symptoms of Eczema
An estimated 30% of the U.S. population has some form of eczema. It’s a condition that affects people of all ages, genders, and ethnicities and can flare up when you least expect it. Eczema, or atopic dermatitis, is an inflammatory condition that can cause …
Strep Throat: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment
The discomfort caused by strep throat is something that most people don’t easily forget. While viral infections cause most sore throats, strep throat results from a bacteria called group A Streptococcus. That’s why treating it requires more than just teas and over-the-counter painkillers. This …
What is Crohn’s Disease? Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment
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 …