Gout: Understanding Symptoms, Emergency Signs, and Treatment
Gout is a painful form of inflammatory arthritis that occurs when uric acid builds up in the blood and crystallizes in the joints, leading to sudden and severe pain. While …
Joint Pain
When a Sore Throat Is Something to Worry About: A Guide for Beaumont Families
A sore throat is a common ailment that many of us experience, especially during cold and flu season. Most of the time, it’s a minor discomfort caused by a cold, …
Swimming Injuries and 7 Ways to Prevent Them
Swimming Injuries are common, especially in competitive swimming. Competitive swimming is a sport that demands rigorous training, impeccable technique, and immense dedication. Swimmers are often admired for their strength, agility, …
Diagnosis and Treatment of Hepatitis C
Hepatitis C is a viral infection that affects the liver, causing inflammation and potential long-term damage. While the prevalence of hepatitis C has decreased in recent years due to improved …
Living With Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), is a debilitating condition characterized by extreme fatigue that is not alleviated by rest and is not caused by any …
Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) is a condition that affects many women during their menstrual cycle. Symptoms can vary from mild to severe, including physical, emotional, and behavioral changes. If you are …
3 Symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis is a debilitating disease that can cause joint pain, swelling, and stiffness. While there are many obvious symptoms of RA, there are also some subtle ones that people …
How Sugar Affects Children
There are only a few things that light up a child’s face like a sugary treat. Born with a sweet tooth, most children love their dose of daily sucrose and …
What You Should Know About Your Thyroid
January is national thyroid awareness month. This butterfly-shaped gland, located at the base of your neck, manufactures hormones that regulate your body’s metabolism. Different disorders can arise when your thyroid produces too …
I Feel Exhausted All The Time, Am I Sick?
It’s the middle of the day and you just can’t seem to get out of first gear. Is it a lack of sleep, or could there be something else that …
Arthritis Symptoms Worthy Of An ER Visit
How to Identify Arthritis Symptoms Worthy of an ER Visit Arthritis is a common malady. Nearly 50 million adults in the United States suffer from arthritis. However, do you know …