Porphyria, also known as “vampire disease,” is diagnosed through special tests, such as blood tests, fecal tests and urine tests, to look for excessive levels of porphyrin in the body. Also known as “vampire disease” because of its ability to cause extreme photosensitivity, porphyria is a rare, hereditary condition that affects fewer than 200,000 people...
With proper treatment, such as taking antibiotics and massaging the inflammation, Mastitis symptoms should resolve within one to two days. Mastitis is an inflammatory condition of the mammary glands usually due to a bacterial infection. The infection enters the breast tissue through the damaged nipple or persistent milk buildup. Though mastitis is very painful, usually...
Depression symptoms may be reduced through 3 treatment methods: medication, therapy, and lifestyle modifications Depression is a common and serious medical illness that can severely impact your ability to function, with the potential to lead to poor work performances, strained relationships, substance abuse, and even suicide. While there is no one size fits all solution...
Moon face, otherwise known as moon facies, is most often caused by Cushing’s syndrome or prolonged steroid treatment and results in an extra fat build-up on the sides of the face. Moon face, otherwise known as moon facies, is a medical sign characterized by the face developing a rounded appearance due to fat deposits on...
There is no specific test for diagnosing multiple sclerosis. Instead, a complete neurological exam and medical history assessment are needed to diagnose MS. Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a potentially disabling autoimmune disease that affects the brain and spinal cord (central nervous system). MS disrupts the transmission of information within the brain and between the brain...
Understanding gender identity Children may experience a gender crisis and ask questions about their gender identity. The best way to talk to your child about gender identity is to encourage them to have confidence in who they feel and believe they are. It's not uncommon for children to experience a gender crisis and start asking...
Being a better parent to your preschooler is about leading by example, creating routines and rituals for your child, and dedicating time to play with them. Bringing up children is a tough job — yet it is also one of the most fulfilling and rewarding jobs in the world. As a parent, you want to...
Parents need to be aware that their children can easily contract COVID-19, exercise maximum caution, and follow the COVID-19 protocols to ensure everyone is safe. It's nearly two years since the first case of COVID-19 was reported. Since then, the virus has spread in every part of the world, causing a global pandemic and turning...
Myofascial tissue release is a massage therapy technique focused on relieving pain from inflamed trigger points in the body caused by myofascial pain syndrome. Myofascial pain disorder simply means longstanding muscle pain. The soft tissues in the body support muscles and bones. In myofascial pain syndrome, the soft tissue gets inflamed and develops a trigger...
Moon face, otherwise known as moon facies, is most often caused by Cushing’s syndrome or prolonged steroid treatment and results in an extra fat build-up on the sides of the face. Moon face, otherwise known as moon facies, is a medical sign characterized by the face developing a rounded appearance due to fat deposits on...