Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the joints and is the most common form of arthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis causes the synorium–the lining that surrounds the bones in the joints–to become inflamed. When the synorium becomes inflamed it causes swelling, pain and stiffness in the joints. Inflamed joints can eventually release enzymes that [...]
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Spinal cancer is perhaps one of the most frightening forms of cancer there is. It happens when abnormal, cancerous tissue attacks the cells in the spinal cord and base of the brain. The spinal cord is usually about 18 inches long and less than an inch wide. When a tumor begins to develop in the [...]
Stroke recovery can take a long time and can be a frustrating period of someones life. The effects of a stroke are often debilitating, preventing the patient from being able to go about his or her everyday business with ease. Most people who have experienced a stroke are left with several physical disabilities that require [...]
If you live in North America today, you are most likely suffering from a suppressed immune system. This means that your immune system is not functioning at its optimal level of performance. The immune system is what helps the body fight off diseases and other foreign invaders. If you suffer from a suppressed immune system, [...]
Bipolar disorder, or manic depression is a common psychological condition creates intense mood swings. People with bipolar disorder experience extreme emotional highs and lows during the course of a few weeks. This mental illness can affect a persons personal and professional life. Many manic-depressive people lose their jobs and important relationships due to the disease.
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