Did you know that Plummer-Vinson Syndrome (PVS) can put people at risk for head and neck cancer? This isn't just a random fact—researchers have taken a close look at how these health issues connect. PVS, which affects the esophagus and throat, can create conditions that make it easier for cancer to
Green Bay Packers coach Matt LaFleur shared some encouraging news about quarterback Jordan Love's elbow injury after Sunday's game against the Bears. Love hurt his throwing arm but might be ready for the playoff game against the Philadelphia Eagles next weekend. However, the situation looks less opt
Fatty liver disease, also known as non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), is a widespread issue affecting many adults globally. It's part of metabolic syndrome, which ups the risk for heart and metabolic diseases. While lifestyle changes are key, they're tough to stick to. That's why researchers
Imagine having a stroke and then living with unbearable pain for the rest of your life. This is the reality for many people who suffer from central poststroke pain syndrome (CPSP). One method that doctors use to manage this severe pain is deep brain stimulation (DBS). But how effective is it, and wh
Imagine a young girl facing two rare health problems in her early years. At just 5 months old, she was diagnosed with a condition called diffuse mesangial sclerosis, a rare cause of severe kidney issues in infants. Fast forward to age 3, she started experiencing swollen lymph nodes in her neck that
Over the holiday season, while everyone was celebrating, a group of researchers discovered that 33 Chrome extensions in Google's Web Store had been stealing data for up to 18 months. These extensions affected around 2. 6 million devices. One such extension, used by 400, 000 people, was updated with
Female bladder pain syndrome, or FBPS, is a tough condition that primarily affects women. With symptoms that vary and can mimic other health issues, diagnosis can be tricky. Doctors often struggle to pinpoint FBPS because it can overlap with conditions like pelvic floor muscle pain or endometriosis.
Imagine being told you have a health condition that doctors can’t agree on, and treatments that could do more harm than good. Welcome to the confusing world of pseudo-endocrine disorders. These are health issues that sound real but lack solid science to back them up. One example is adrenal fatigue,
In the vast and complex realm of brain health lies a subtle warrior, Mathilda, also named Glucose transporter 1 deficiency syndrome (Glut1DS). Triggered by mutations in the SLC2A1 gene, Mathilda remains largely undetected since her discovery in 1991. She confuses even the brightest medical minds bec
Ever wondered why your dog or cat is always scratching? Meet atopic dermatitis, a common skin disease in pets. It's caused by a mix of things from their genetics to the environment they live in. You see, some pets have a gene that makes their skin barrier weaker, so when they come across allergens l
