Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Navigating life with a diagnosis of congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) can be challenging, especially for parents managing their child’s care. CAH is a lifelong condition that needs ongoing medical attention, emotional support, and informed decision-making. Support networks play a key role in helping people cope with… Continue reading Support Networks for Parents Managing CAH
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Talking to Your Child With CAH About Dating
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Navigating the world of dating can be challenging for any teenager. For children with congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH), there are some added layers of complexity. As a parent, it is important to approach this topic with understanding, patience, and honesty. You are trying to give your… Continue reading Talking to Your Child With CAH About Dating
How CAH Affects the Brain During Childhood
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) is a rare genetic condition that affects hormone production in the adrenal glands. Over time, this can cause a number of physical and emotional changes in the people living with this condition. One area parents should be aware of is how CAH… Continue reading How CAH Affects the Brain During Childhood
The Side Effects of Steroid Treatment
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) is a condition that changes the adrenal gland’s ability to produce essential hormones like cortisol, aldosterone, and androgens. To manage this condition, people with CAH rely on lifelong steroid treatments to replace these hormones. However, while steroids are lifesaving, they can also… Continue reading The Side Effects of Steroid Treatment
Treating Mouth Sores Caused by Ulcerative Colitis
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Living with ulcerative colitis (UC) can bring unexpected challenges, including issues that go beyond the digestive system. One such issue is mouth sores. These painful or uncomfortable sores may show up because of UC flare-ups, side effects from medications, or other related conditions. While UC primarily… Continue reading Treating Mouth Sores Caused by Ulcerative Colitis
Erythema Nodosum: A Skin Condition Caused by UC
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Have painful red or blue bumps appearing on your skin? That could be a sign of erythema nodosum (EN), a painful skin condition that can affect people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including ulcerative colitis. EN can also be present in patients with infections, or from… Continue reading Erythema Nodosum: A Skin Condition Caused by UC
What Medications Help Reduce Colon Inflammation in Ulcerative Colitis?
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Inflammation in the colon from ulcerative colitis (UC) is a frustrating symptom to deal with. This symptom can significantly impact your quality of life. UC causes inflammation and ulcers in the colon, which leads to issues like abdominal pain, diarrhea, and rectal bleeding. There is no… Continue reading What Medications Help Reduce Colon Inflammation in Ulcerative Colitis?
Am I at Risk for Bird Flu? What You Need to Know
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA If you have concerns about bird flu, it is always a good idea to gather as much credible information as possible and review any advisories or recommendations from local health authorities. Although bird flu is a serious infection with potentially severe consequences, current evidence suggests that… Continue reading Am I at Risk for Bird Flu? What You Need to Know
How to Talk to a Chatbot About Your Health
PatientsLikeMe now has a new A.I. Personal Health Navigator specifically trained to help people manage their health more effectively! Called Ella, this new interface is a great source of information for people to turn to when they have questions about treatments, symptoms, or roadblocks in their care. You may have noticed chatbots popping up across… Continue reading How to Talk to a Chatbot About Your Health
“Drug Holidays” – The Risks of Stopping Medication During Breaks
For many, the holiday season brings thoughts of relaxation or celebrations with family! In the medical world, medical holidays or “drug holidays” are planned breaks from a prescribed medication. While taking a break from certain medications can be beneficial for some people, these pauses come with risks. This is especially true for people on weight… Continue reading “Drug Holidays” – The Risks of Stopping Medication During Breaks