Classified as an autoimmune disorder, Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a lifelong inflammatory condition that gives affected individuals excruciating pain to their bodily joints. These joints get swollen and inflamed making it uncomfortable to move or even perform activities of daily living.…
Diabetes is a metabolic disorder, which is characterized by abnormally high blood sugar level over a long period of time. People who suffer from type 1 diabetes are dependent on insulin, presenting frequent urination, increased thirst, and hunger. Type 2 diabetes is developed as a secondary condition, the insulin resistance appearing as a result of obesity, liver or kidney problems.…
When we were younger, our parents used to let us take naps every single day so that we would grow tall, or simply rest after coming home from school. A scientific explanation of this would be better growth and development. Sleep is an essential part of a person’s life because it is when the brain is engaged with a lot of activities which are closely linked to the quality of life.…
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive, degenerative condition that affects the central nervous system and leads to the appearance of symptoms, among which tremors, lack of balance and slowness of movement are the most common. The condition cannot be cured but rather managed through medication and alternative therapies.…
The chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, often abbreviated COPD, is a complex medical condition, which includes a number of pathological changes. The person in question might suffer from emphysema and chronic bronchitis, as well as from non-reversible asthma. It is wise to track your treatment and symptoms using a COPD app for learning more about how COPD is affecting you.…