Asthma is one of the most common diseases in America, affecting over 24 million people (1). While many people dismiss asthma as a minor issue that can be easily controlled with medication, it’s an extremely serious condition. In fact, around 3,500 people die from asthma-related causes each year (2). Asthma is a chronic disease of …
What is MDS? MDS is a group of disorders that affect blood cells, and the most common type is myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS). These are conditions in which the bone marrow makes too few or too many blood cells. MDS is also one of five cancers that may be diagnosed in people under age 20. In …
What is psilocybin? Psilocybin, which is found in psychedelic mushrooms, is a Schedule I controlled substance. It can also be synthetically produced in laboratories. In the body, psilocybin can be converted into psilocin, which binds to serotonin receptors and alters brain chemistry. Trials are currently underway to test the effects of psilocybin on treatment-resistant depression …
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a painful and disabling autoimmune disease in which the body’s own immune system attacks healthy cells in the joints. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a painful and disabling autoimmune disease in which the body’s own immune system attacks healthy cells in the joints. If left untreated, RA can cause inflammation that leads …
What is osteoarthritis? If you have osteoarthritis, the cartilage in your joints has worn down over time. Cartilage is a tough but flexible tissue that covers the ends of bones and helps them move smoothly over each other within a joint. You may feel pain, stiffness and swelling in one or more of your joints, …
There are multiple different types of autism. There are many different types of autism. Some people refer to Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) as just one disorder, but it’s actually an umbrella term for a variety of distinct subtypes. Autism is a developmental disorder. While some developmental disorders can be corrected or improved through medication or …
What is Eczema? Eczema is a common skin condition that causes dry, itchy or irritated skin. It’s also called dermatitis, which means inflammation of the skin. Certain people are more likely to develop eczema than others because of genetics or environmental factors. Common triggers for eczema include irritating chemicals and fragrances in detergents, soaps or …
Psoriasis is a chronic (long-lasting) skin disease of scaling and inflammation that affects greater than 3 percent of the U.S. population, or more than 5 million adults. Although there is currently no cure for psoriasis, researchers continue to explore new medications and treatments including biologics that are used to treat plaque psoriasis and other psoriatic …
What is cystic fibrosis? Cystic Fibrosis is a genetic disorder that causes the body to produce an excess of thick mucus with a consistency similar to that of peanut butter. This mucus is produced in the glands and it clogs internal organs such as the lungs, pancreas and liver. Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is a genetic …
What is complex regional pain syndrome Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is a chronic pain disorder. CRPS usually affects an arm or leg after an injury, surgery, heart attack, or stroke. Symptoms of CRPS There are two types of complex regional pain syndrome: Type I—formerly known as reflex sympathetic dystrophy (RSD)—occurs when there’s no known …
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