Polyneuropathy: Causes, symptoms, and treatment
Polyneuropathy is damage to multiple nerves outside of the brain and central nervous system. This can cause pain, discomfort, and mobility difficulties. …read more
Rocky Mountain spotted fever: Symptoms and treatment
A look at Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF). Learn about the most common symptoms, signs, risk factors, and treatment options available here. …read more
Making Progress in Losing Weight, Knowing the Reward Will Be Feeling Better Overall
This morning I had a doctor’s appointment at 8:00 a.m. to find out the results of my ultrasound. About 7:50 a.m., I leave my unit to get to medical on time for my appointment. I get down there, and the place is full of people waiting to see health professionals. I’m thinking that I’ll […]
Standard test may miss urinary infection in symptomatic women
New research suggests that the majority of women with symptoms of urinary tract infection probably are infected, despite negative result on standard test. …read more
Scientists uncover interactions between bacteria that infect the lungs in cystic fibrosis
Substances produced by a harmful bacterium in the lungs of cystic fibrosis patients may enhance the growth of other bacteria that, in turn, inhibit the harmful bacterium’s biofilm, according to new… …read more