Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA PatientsLikeMe has covered how the condition amyloidosis affects the body and various organs. This disease causes proteins to misfold, and as they build up across the body they disrupt its normal function. These protein deposits can land anywhere, although they are more commonly found in places… Continue reading The Effect of Amyloidosis on Vision
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Pleural Effusion: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Pleural effusion is often referred to as “water on the lungs.” Not in the lungs, but on the lungs. This medical condition is where excess fluid builds up in the space between the layers of the pleura surrounding the lungs. The pleura is a thin membrane that lines the surface of your lungs and the… Continue reading Pleural Effusion: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Bell’s Palsy and Stroke: Similarities and Differences
Bell’s palsy and stroke are two conditions that can cause one side of your face to droop. While both are alarming, they have distinct differences, risk factors, and treatment options. It can be easy to confuse the two! The aim here is to help you understand these conditions, how to tell them apart, and what… Continue reading Bell’s Palsy and Stroke: Similarities and Differences
The Future of Lupus Treatment: Research and Emerging Therapies
About 1.5 million Americans are living with lupus, with 16,000 new cases each year. This autoimmune condition can cause inflammation that damages skin, joints, muscles, and even major organs over time. As a result, living with lupus can be challenging! Fortunately, advancements in medical research are offering new hope for better care. What is the… Continue reading The Future of Lupus Treatment: Research and Emerging Therapies
What is Dyskinesia? Common Symptoms and Treatment
Neurological disorders can cause a number of changes to your brain and body. Some of the most common side effects of conditions like Parkinson’s are involuntary muscle movements. Dyskinesia is broad term for uncontrolled and involuntary muscle movements. These can range from mild shakes and tics to more severe, full-body spasms. Often, this condition is… Continue reading What is Dyskinesia? Common Symptoms and Treatment
Medications for Treating Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar Disorder Symptoms Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder characterized by periods of severe depression and hypomania and/or manic episodes depending on the type of bipolar disorder one is diagnosed with. To determine if a person has bipolar disorder a medical professional may evaluate the following: Bipolar Disorder Diagnosis This condition is usually diagnosed by… Continue reading Medications for Treating Bipolar Disorder
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?