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BlogHepatitis C
10/11/2022
Hepatitis C is a viral infection, transmitted through contaminated blood, that causes inflammation of the liver. Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) exists in several different forms, known as genotypes. There are 7 distinct genotypes and more than 67 subtypes that have been identified around the world, with the most common type in the US being type […] Read moreBreast Cancer Awareness Month
10/6/2022
Breast Cancer Awareness Month October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, it is observed annually and intended to raise awareness. Breast Cancer is the second most common cancer amongst women in the United States. Breast cancer is a disease in which cells in the breast grow out of control. There are different kinds of breast cancer. […] Read moreXray VS CT Scan VS MRI. How to Have better Dialogue with your Doctor
9/14/2022
If you’ve suffered an injury,then more than likely you have had some form of imaging study done. Imaging of the human body has become very influential in patient care by helping with diagnosing fractures, torn ligaments, and abnormal masses in the human body, but knowing the type of imaging that you will need does help […] Read moreThe War On Endometriosis
9/5/2022
It is a joy being a woman, but for millions of women around the world they struggle to find joy because they are suffering from endometriosis. Endometriosis is a disorder in which tissue that lines the uterus grows outside your uterus.Some studies show the cause of endometriosis could be retrograde menstrual, and genetic factors, but […] Read moreCeliac Disease
8/27/2022
Celiac Disease happens when the ingestion of gluten damages the small intestine. If this disease is not treated it could lead to type 1 diabetes and sclerosis and can also cause infertility and dermatitis. The only treatment for celiac disease is to have a gluten-free diet. You should avoid eating foods such as grains, certain […] Read morePancreatitis
8/5/2022
Pancreatitis is a disease caused by inflammation of the pancreas, a large gland located behind the stomach in the upper abdomen next to the small intestine. The pancreas has two main functions; producing enzymes that help to digest food in your small intestine and releasing hormones in your blood to help regulate the way your […] Read moreHidradenitis Suppurative
8/3/2022
Hidradenitis Suppurative, or HS, is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that causes painful, small lumps under the skin, usually where the skin rubs together; underarms, groin, inner thigh, or buttocks. HS usually begins after puberty and is more common in females, than males. Although there is no known cure, there are treatments, such as medications […] Read moreGout
7/21/2022
Gout is a common type of inflammatory arthritis that causes inflammation of joints due to excess uric acid. This buildup of uric acid usually affects the feet. A kidney or thyroid problem, or an inherited disorder, can make it harder for the body to remove excess uric acid. With gout, there is swelling and pain […] Read moreJuly is Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) Awareness Month
7/15/2022
July is Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) Awareness Month Juvenile Arthritis is an inflammatory disease that affects children under the age of 16, It causes joint pain, swelling, and stiffness. JIA is a rare disease that requires lab testing and/or imaging, is a lifelong condition, and requires treatment to manage. Some of the most common symptoms […] Read moreSickle Cell Anemia
7/7/2022
Sickle Cell Anemia, also known as Sickle Cell Disease(SCD), is a genetic blood disease that affects the red blood cells(RBCs) that carry oxygen throughout your body. Instead of round, flexible RBCs, people with SCD also have crescent or sickle-shaped, rigid & sticky RBCs that get stuck in blood vessels, slowing or blocking blood from getting […] Read more |
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