Tag Archives: Diagnosis

What Is Fibromyalgia?

Fibromyalgia is a persistent ailment characterized by a range of symptoms including widespread bodily pain, persistent fatigue, and disrupted sleep patterns. The manifestations of this condition exhibit an intermittent pattern, with triggers such as stress or shifts in weather conditions often provoking periods of heightened symptom activity referred to as flare-ups. Although the precise etiology […]

Is Asperger Syndrome Still a Diagnosis?

Asperger syndrome (AS) is a developmental disorder that falls under the umbrella of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). It is characterized by challenges in social interaction, communication, and restricted and repetitive patterns of behavior and interests. ASD encompasses a range of neurological conditions that can impact language and communication skills. Autism is a condition that affects […]

Gout Diagnosis in Dialysis-Dependent Patients Linked to Higher Burden of Cardiovascular Comorbidities, Hospitalization, Mortality

Gout diagnosis, which was found in 13.5% of dialysis-dependent patients living in the United States, was associated with a higher burden of comorbid cardiovascular conditions and an elevated frequency of both hospitalization and mortality, according to a study published in Kidney360.1 Findings underscore the importance of developing new and better treatments to improve outcomes in […]