Being able to inhale and exhale without blockages, excess mucus, pain, or other symptoms is critical. But you can breathe easy knowing that many common nose and sinus ailments can be treated fairly simply. Nose and sinus ailments are pervasive health issues that contribute to over 20 million outpatient visits in the United States every […]
One type features episodes of muscle weakness; a second type is more difficult to diagnose. Narcolepsy, a sleep disorder characterized by excessive daytime sleepiness and other unique symptoms, has often been misrepresented and misunderstood in popular culture, particularly in movies and entertainment. This misrepresentation not only perpetuates misconceptions but also fails to capture the true […]
Epilepsy is a neurological disorder characterized by recurrent, unprovoked seizures, which result from abnormal electrical activity in the brain. This condition affects approximately 50 million people worldwide, making it a relatively common neurological disorder. Despite its prevalence, the causes of epilepsy remain largely unknown, with only one-third of cases being attributed to identifiable factors. However, […]
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a condition in which the immune system targets and attacks your nerve cells, damaging the communication between your brain and body. Multiple sclerosis (MS) remains an enigmatic neurological disorder that challenges both medical professionals and patients alike. It is characterized by an immune system that goes awry, targeting myelin, the protective […]
Alcohol has long been both a social lubricant and a form of relaxation for many people. However, its interaction with mental health is a complex and often misunderstood topic. Recent research reveals that individuals grappling with anxiety or depression may experience more pronounced symptoms of alcohol use disorder (AUD) compared to those without these mental […]
In the realm of scientific inquiry, researchers like Foulds Mathes, a dedicated research assistant professor of psychiatry at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine in Chapel Hill, and her team, embark on a complex journey. Their mission? To replicate in rats a behavior that is all too familiar to some humans: binge eating. […]
Some types of nitazenes are up to 10 times more potent than fentanyl. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently sounded the alarm about a group of synthetic opioids known as nitazenes, which have been linked to a concerning surge in overdose deaths in Tennessee. This emerging crisis underscores the urgent need for […]
The condition can be mild, moderate, or severe. Opioid use disorder, a complex and challenging chronic condition, often begins innocuously with a legitimate prescription for pain relief. Whether it’s the aftermath of wisdom tooth extraction or a bout of debilitating back pain, the likelihood is that the prescribed medication falls within the opioid category, including […]
People who have this form of narcolepsy, now known as type 1, experience temporary bouts of muscle weakness. Narcolepsy, a chronic neurological disorder affecting approximately one in 2,000 individuals in the United States, is characterized by excessive daytime sleepiness, often the most visible and distressing symptom. However, there exists another less-known yet equally significant hallmark […]
Most cases occur in people with no family history. Do you have a family member with narcolepsy? Have you watched that person fall asleep suddenly or experience sleep paralysis and wondered if one day you’ll do the same? Like many aspects of narcolepsy, researchers are still investigating its origin—is it a genetic disease or environmental? […]