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Charles Bonnet Syndrome Signs and Symptoms

Charles Bonnet Syndrome (CBS) is a medical condition experienced by people who have deteriorating eyesight wherein they see things or objects that are not real.

26 Nov 2018

Taking Care of Your Teeth with Braces

Maintaining good oral hygiene is one of the most crucial aspects in determining the overall prognosis of an orthodontic treatment.

26 Nov 2018

Heartland Virus Biology and Transmission Patterns

Heartland virus is a recently discovered Phlebovirus that was initially isolated from two farmers residing in northwestern Missouri hospitalized with fever, thrombocytopenia (low number of platelets) and leukopenia (low number of white blood cells) in 2009.

26 Nov 2018

Charles Bonnet Syndrome Management

Charles Bonnet Syndrome (CBS) is an ophthalmologic condition present in about one-third of persons with visual impairment. Patients with CBS experience various forms of visual hallucinations caused by the vision deterioration itself.

26 Nov 2018

Ketosis and the Keto Diet

With a growing obesity crisis and increasing ease of access to health information, a larger number of individuals aim to manage their weight and improve their lifestyle by following specific diets.

26 Nov 2018

Acne Diet Dos and Don’ts

Acne is a common skin condition which affects 80% of teenagers and one-fifth of adults in America. Although acne is known to be associated primarily with hormonal changes, research has also shown that diet can affect acne severity.

26 Nov 2018

Ehrlichiosis Treatment and Prevention

Human ehrlichiosis is an acute febrile tick-borne disease that is caused by various species belonging to the genera Ehrlichia and Anaplasma. The infection is known to cause protracted fever and generalized body aches, and is characterized by leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, pancytopenia, and elevated liver transaminases.

26 Nov 2018

Hyperpigmentation and Acne

Although skin problems are often associated with those in adolescence, there are several conditions which can affect anyone at any age. Acne is one of the most common skin conditions in the United States and is thought to affect four out of five teenagers. Hyperpigmentation is also one of the most common reasons for visiting a dermatologist.

26 Nov 2018

What Foods Are Bad for Your Teeth and Mouth?

Food plays an important role in maintaining good oral health. However, certain foods and drinks can severely affect oral health.

26 Nov 2018

Insulin Resistance and Parkinson's Disease

A growing pool of evidence suggests that Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and Parkinson’s disease (PD) may share common pathological mechanisms, and that the presence of T2DM increases the risk of developing PD by 40%.

26 Nov 2018

Natural Treatments for Acne that Work

Acne is a common skin condition that will affect most individuals at some point during their lifetime. More severe cases may benefit from oral antibiotics and topical treatments.

25 Nov 2018

Epidemiology of Ehrlichiosis

Ehrlichiosis is a disease caused by several Gram-negative obligate intracellular bacteria that are transmitted by a tick vector.

25 Nov 2018

African Sleeping Sickness Causes

African Sleeping Sickness, also known as Human African Trypanosomiasis, is a tropical disease that evolves through distinct clinical stages. It ultimately results in meningoencephalitis, coma, and death. This severe illness affects 60 to 70 million people in sub-Saharan Africa, where public health concern is at epidemic level.

25 Nov 2018