Leiomyosarcoma is a rare type of soft tissue cancer that occurs in the smooth lining of the organs anywhere in the body. Leiomyosarcoma is a rare type of soft tissue cancer that occurs in the smooth lining of the organs anywhere in the body. Nearly 15,000 people in the United States get diagnosed with soft...
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Why Is Leiomyosarcoma So Deadly?
Leiomyosarcoma (LMS) is a rare type of malignant (cancerous) tumor Leiomyosarcoma (LMS) is a rare type of malignant (cancerous) tumor that arises from the smooth muscle cells. Smooth muscle cells are the muscle cells of the internal organs and blood vessels that are not controlled consciously. LMS is classified as a soft tissue sarcoma and...
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Are You Born With HS?
People are never born with Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). People are never born with Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS). Most people develop HS between the age of puberty and 40 years. It is almost rare for HS to begin before puberty. The exact cause of HS is unknown. A combination of genetics, hormonal, and environmental factors may play...
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How Can I Reduce Swelling from Thyroid Eye? Graves’ Eye Disease
Thyroid eye disease, also known as Graves’ eye disease, is an autoimmune condition in which the body’s immune system attacks the fat and muscle tissue within the eye socket, causing inflammation. Keeping the head elevated at night and selenium supplements may help reduce swelling if it is not severe. Doctors use radiotherapy sparingly for severe...
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Noise-Induced Hearing Loss: Prevention and Treatment Facts
What is the importance of noise-induced hearing loss? Picture of the Inner Ear Structure The industrial and technological revolution may have propelled society to higher levels of achievement, but this progress has also made the world a noisier place in which to live. In fact, noise pollution is a growing health hazard and can be...
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Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction Treatment, Symptoms, Tests & Pain Relief
An illustration of the sacroiliac (SI) joints.Source: MedicineNet What are the sacroiliac (SI) joints? The sacroiliac (SI) joints are formed by the connection of the sacrum and the right and left iliac bones. The sacrum is the triangular-shaped bone in the lower portion of the spine, centrally located below the lumbar spine. While most of...
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Is Spinal Muscular Atrophy a Motor Neuron Disease?
Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a type of genetic condition that affects the nerve cells Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a type of genetic condition that affects the nerve cells regulating the muscles that help move around (motor neurons), resulting in weakness and wasting (atrophy) of these muscles. This motor neuron disease varies in its...
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Azstarys: ADHD Medication Side Effects & Warnings
Generic drug: serdexmethylphenidate and dexmethylphenidate Brand name: Azstarys What is Azstarys (serdexmethylphenidate and dexmethylphenidate), and how does it work? Azstarys (serdexmethylphenidate and dexmethylphenidate) is a central nervous system stimulant prescription medicine used for the treatment of Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in people 6 years of age and older. Azstarys may help increase attention and decrease...
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Can NMO Cause Headaches?
Neuromyelitis optica (NMO) also known as Devic disease is a rare yet severe disease. Neuromyelitis optica (NMO) also known as Devic disease is a rare yet severe disease. In this condition, antibodies (proteins) are produced against the cells in the central nervous system. It specifically affects the myelin, which is the insulation sheath around the...
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How Do You Prevent Diabetic Macular Edema?
Diabetic macular edema (DME) is an eye condition that affects people with diabetes Living with diabetes takes special care to avoid falling prey to its complications. Some steps can help you prevent its complication, diabetic retinopathy as well as the resulting diabetic macular edema. These include: Getting your blood sugar levels regularly checked. Getting your...