Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease that negatively impacts the joints through inflammation and causes damage throughout the body. Usually, RA affects both sides of the body, often symmetrically, enabling doctors to distinguish them from other forms of arthritis. There is no cure since it is an autoimmune condition, but you can manage the […]
Infection in one or both lungs caused by fungi, viruses, or bacteria is pneumonia. It might cause inflammation in the lungs’ air sacs or the alveoli, causing them to fill with pus or fluid. Consequently, one may experience breathing issues. Both bacterial and viral pneumonia are contagious, meaning they can spread from one person to […]
Kidneys filter the waste products and remove excess water and impurities from the blood. These toxins are stored in the bladder and eliminated from the body during urination. Kidneys regulate the potassium, salt, and pH levels in the body and produce hormones. They also aid in calcium absorption. About 26 million individuals in the country […]
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive, chronic neurological disease affecting a tiny section of the neurons in the substantia nigra. The cells here are responsible for dopamine production, a chemical that transfers signals to the different areas of the brain. Further, it ensures balanced muscle movement and coordination. In people with Parkinson’s disease, these nerve cells […]
Psoriatic arthritis is inflammatory arthritis that develops in people with psoriasis. It can affect different joints and the organs, such as the GI system and the eyes. Further, persistent inflammation resulting from psoriatic arthritis can cause joint damage. It is most common in people between the age group of 30-50 but can begin earlier in […]
Depression is a severe and prevalent medical condition. It negatively impacts the way one acts, thinks, or feels. Although it may be challenging to manage, it is curable. A person with depression tends to lose interest in the activities that they liked earlier and may constantly feel sad without any apparent reason. In addition, depression […]
Crohn’s disease causes inflammation in any part of the digestive system. It can affect any part of the digestive system, but typically it affects the colon and the small intestine. The disease is a part of a condition known as inflammatory bowel disease. Unfortunately, there is no cure for Crohn’s disease, but treatment can help […]
Ulcerative colitis is an inflammatory disease that causes inflammation in the colon and the rectum lining. The rectum is found at the end of the large intestine, where solid wastes are stored. Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a group of diseases classified as Inflammatory Bowel Disease. It is a long-term condition. The large intestine absorbs the […]