Tag: Awareness

A Guide to Fibromyalgia Pain Scores

When diagnosing fibromyalgia, a patient needs to meet three conditions. These are directly from the American College of Rheumatology. Two of those are straightforward. You need to have experienced the pain for a few months, and it can’t be caused by a different disorder than a doctor could diagnose like lupus or hyperthyroidism. One of… Continue reading A Guide to Fibromyalgia Pain Scores

Diet Tips For Ulcerative Colitis

Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA If you are living with ulcerative colitis (UC), doctors recommend focusing on your diet and living the healthiest life possible. While food cannot cause UC, there are certain things that can trigger flare-ups and make symptoms worse. Having a balanced diet that delivers the nutrients you… Continue reading Diet Tips For Ulcerative Colitis

Treatment Options for Ulcerative Colitis (UC)

Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA The rate of inflammatory bowel diseases like ulcerative colitis (UC) has been increasing. Unfortunately for those affected, the risk of developing another chronic disease is higher if you have either UC or Crohn’s. While there is no cure, there are a number of treatments that can… Continue reading Treatment Options for Ulcerative Colitis (UC)

What Happens if Ulcerative Colitis (UC) is Left Untreated?

Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA As an autoimmune condition, ulcerative colitis (UC) can be difficult to manage. Chronic inflammation in the body will disrupt its natural rhythms and processes. Fortunately, there are several ways to treat UC and live a life unrestricted by this condition. If left untreated, however, UC can… Continue reading What Happens if Ulcerative Colitis (UC) is Left Untreated?

Early Signs of Dementia

What is Dementia? According to the Alzheimer’s Association “Dementia is a general term for loss of memory, language, problem-solving and other thinking abilities that are severe enough to interfere with daily life. Alzheimer’s is the most common cause of dementia.” Dementia itself is not a disease, but rather a group of symptoms that are caused… Continue reading Early Signs of Dementia

Medication and Treatment Options for Rheumatoid Arthritis

Arthritis, inflammation in the joints that leads to pain and swelling, affects over 350 million people worldwide. About 4% of those cases (14 million total) are something more severe: rheumatoid arthritis (RA). This is an autoimmune condition affecting the joints and the organs. Without proper care, RA can be a debilitating disease that makes daily… Continue reading Medication and Treatment Options for Rheumatoid Arthritis

Major Depressive Disorder and Genetics

Each part of your body, brain included, has a genetic component that helps control it. During a lifetime, different genes are activated or deactivated depending on your biological needs. In the best-case scenario, the genetic combinations result in stability and growth, while genetic mutations or certain genetic combinations can result in a destabilized mood. According… Continue reading Major Depressive Disorder and Genetics

How Does Type 1 Diabetes Affect the Brain?

Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA There are so many things you have to be aware of when living with type 1 diabetes (T1D). As a lifelong condition, you need to stay on top of your medication regimen, your diet, any lifestyle changes, all while meeting regularly with your doctor. You may… Continue reading How Does Type 1 Diabetes Affect the Brain?

Night Sweats – Keeping Cool While Sleeping with Type 1 Diabetes

Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Whether it is due to heat, humidity, or exercise, sweating is our body’s way of cooling us down. As our internal temperature rises, the brain signals our sweat glands to kick into action. It can also be an emotional response, such as a reaction to a… Continue reading Night Sweats – Keeping Cool While Sleeping with Type 1 Diabetes