Trusted & Medically Accurate Wellness Articles For Patients
A seizure diary is designed to support you between doctor visits. You or your caretaker can use it to keep track of seizure patterns, medications and any other changes. The diary can help both you and your doctor make more informed decisions about your care.…
IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, is a chronic condition that affects the large intestine. People with IBS may experience abdominal pain, bloating, gas, diarrhea, and constipation. There is no cure for IBS, but there are treatments that can help to manage the symptoms.…
Humans are social creatures. We thrive in companionship and wilt in isolation. We prioritize our relationships, and friendships and surround ourselves with conceptions of love and partnership. In fact, according to a study done by Al-Khalili et al. in 2012, the phrase “what is love” has been the most searched phrase across internet search engines.1 What is very clear, however, is the fact that love has no definition and looks different from person to person.…
Hashimoto’s disease is an autoimmune disorder in which the body’s immune system attacks the thyroid gland. The thyroid gland is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the front of the neck. It produces hormones that regulate the body’s metabolism. In Hashimoto’s disease, the immune system attacks the thyroid gland, causing inflammation and damage.…
Migraines are a type of headache that can cause intense, debilitating pain. Some people also experience aura with migraines, which are visual or other neurological symptoms that occur before or during the headache. Migraines are thought to be caused by changes in the brainstem and its interactions with the trigeminal nerve, a major pain pathway.…
