Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a progressive autoimmune disorder that wears away at the coverings that protect the nerve cells. Affecting about 2.5-million people around the world, MS gradually weakens bodily function by attacking the cells of the brain and spinal column. For some unknown reason, MS affects twice as many women as it does men, […]
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The kidneys are responsible for filtering waste through the blood using tiny filters, called nephrons, and flushing them out of the body via the urine. However, when nephrons get damaged, or worse, a kidney fails completely, waste builds up in the blood and can’t be eliminated from the body, which will result in health concerns. […]
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Read on to learn more about the different types of diabetic neuropathy, the symptoms to look out for, and the treatment options that are available.
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Paresthesia is the medical term for the pins and needles numbing that many experience on occasion. People will often refer to this as their arm or leg having ‘fallen asleep.’ While this sensation most often occurs because of pressure put on a nerve, it is typically temporary and does not require any medical treatment. If […]
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So, what are some of the complications of diabetes? Here’s a look at health conditions caused by diabetes.
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Some people might be surprised to learn their tongue can be a radar for health problems. These conditions may be related to the tongue itself, or a completely unrelated neurological disorder. Here are 7 health signs that come from our tongue…
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