Which treatment is best for me? How am I supposed to cope with the symptoms of psoriasis? Will I ever accept what my skin looks like? Do others feel the same way? At least one of those questions will probably have crossed the mind of anyone living … Read more
Living well with psoriasis can be difficult – not only because of the physical symptoms of the condition but also because it can have a severe impact on the mind. Anxiety and depression are frequently associated with psoriasis and can both be caused … Read more
Psoriasis is a chronic disease whose symptoms and how it manifests itself vary greatly from one person to another, and different parts of the body can be affected. One such case is psoriasis of the nails, known as nail psoriasis. Among the different … Read more
Though scalp psoriasis and dandruff can sometimes be confused, the two have distinctly different causes, symptoms, and recommended treatments. There are about 125 million people suffering from psoriasis globally, according to the National Psoriasis … Read more
The medical world can be confusing from a patients perspective. Diseases that sound related might not be and diseases that sound totally different might be. In the case of psoriasis vs psoriatic arthritis, it’s not really any simpler. Based on the … Read more
Experiencing inflammation is normal and natural. It’s a part of our immune response to fight an infection (caused by bacteria or viruses) that attacks our body. This usually results in the classic signs of swelling, pain, and redness. However, if … Read more
When most people hear genital psoriasis, they’re likely to assume it’s a rare condition affecting a tiny portion of the population. In reality, around two-thirds of people with psoriasis will also experience some form of genital psoriasis. This … Read more
Whether you or a loved one has been recently diagnosed with psoriasis or if you have been living with it for years, you will absolutely want to keep up with all the new developments. Fortunately, research has been progressing rapidly over the past … Read more
Psoriasis is not contagious. However, the most visible symptoms of psoriasis – red, inflamed patches of skin, plaques, and dry skin – are often mistaken for rashes caused by viruses and bacteria that can be transmitted from one person to another. … Read more
Hair loss, or alopecia, affects the scalp or the body as a whole, and can be temporary or permanent. It can be caused by heredity, hormonal changes, medical conditions, or simply the natural aging process. People may notice hair loss after having a … Read more
Anaemia is a condition in which the human body lacks enough healthy red blood cells to carry a sufficient level of oxygen to the different tissues of the body. Anaemia is a condition in which the human body lacks enough healthy red blood cells to … Read more
Even though shortness of breath and yawning is so common and normal, it is nevertheless one of the behaviors that scientists are least familiar with, and many of them are curious in its possible communication or societal functions. Shortness of … Read more
A balanced diet is essential for anyone with multiple sclerosis. Although it has not been proven that a particular diet can reduce the risk of developing the disease, there are foods that can help us to have a higher quality of life. Multiple … Read more
Following an infection with COVID, you may lose your sense of smell, however, we do not currently have long-term data for COVID patients about recovery of smell. Based on studies of other viruses that cause loss of smell, we know smell can return … Read more
Dementia is characterized by loss of memory, communication and cognitive skills. It is a disorder that gradually incapacitates the patient, and requires help and support. It is not easy to care for a person with dementia as this disease causes the … Read more
With nearly a record high of 12,000 of prostate cancer deaths in 2020 , prostate cancer is the most common cancer, both in men and in the general population. On the occasion of Movember 2021 , a month to raise awareness of men's diseases, we … Read more
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis, makes breathing difficult for those diagnosed with it. COPD can limit your ability to work or even perform simple daily tasks. On World COPD Day, November … Read more
Sometimes we may forget that celebrities are affected by our problems too. It is recorded that one in eight women will develop breast cancer at some point in their lives. Unfortunately, this alarming statistic affects all women equally. Being some … Read more
Recognized by its iconic pink ribbon, the Pink October campaign is an opportunity to raise awareness of breast cancer screening and to raise funds to support research. On this occasion, we explain 10 of the most common myths about the disease. While … Read more
Breast cancer is most common cancer in women and the most deadly, ranking first among female cancers and second among all cancers. There is some hope on the horizon: breast cancer mortality rates are falling in all age groups. However, the battle is … Read more