Many folks have never even heard of Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome (or APS), but June just happens to be Antiphospholipid Awareness Month. APS is a type of autoimmune disorder that occurs when the immune system begins to attack normal proteins within the blood. According to research from the American College of Rheumatology, anti-phospholipid autoantibodies (aPL proteins) in the blood mistakenly […]
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While there is no cure for this disease that causes “rapid fatigue” of muscles, there is treatment available. This is why identifying symptoms is so important.
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Shortness of breath, known medically as dyspnea, refers to difficulty breathing and is a common complaint seen by many physicians. Its occurrence can be acute or chronic. We’ve compiled a list of the 12 medical causes for shortness of breath.
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Autoimmune diseases (when the body’s immune response turns against healthy cells) are on a sharp increase in the U.S., and they are sometimes harder to pinpoint with traditional blood tests. In fact, the American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association said there are currently more than 23 million Americans with an autoimmune illness, and that number is […]
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Admittedly, not everything celebrities do and say is worth repeating. However, sometimes, celebrities like these use their influence for health awareness and the good of the world. Take a look at six celebrities who opened up about their own personal health struggles and taught us some valuable lessons in 2015… 1. Avril Lavigne Singer, […]
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For those living with lupus, an autoimmune disorder that causes the body’s immune system to attack healthy organs and tissues, life includes chronic inflammation and pain (of the skin, joints, brain, heart, lungs, kidneys, and blood cells). However, with treatment, awareness, and certain lifestyle changes, lupus symptoms can be lessened and managed, helping patients live […]
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