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Focus On Diabetic Retinopathy

Posted Friday, November 18, 2016

People with diabetes have an increased risk of developing a number of serious health conditions, including diabetic retinopathy. Consistent high levels of blood glucose, along with high blood pressure and high cholesterol, are the primary causes of retinopathy.

Aquagenic Urticaria

Posted Tuesday, November 15, 2016

Aquagenic urticaria known commonly as having a water allergy is an extremely rare condition. Those who suffer from the condition may find it difficult to navigate through everyday life.

Infographic: Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis (JRA)

Posted Monday, November 14, 2016

Learn About How Arthritis Impacts Children

Pancreatitis – Prevention & Management

Posted Wednesday, November 9, 2016

The pancreas is a long, flat gland in the upper abdomen that produces enzymes to aid digestion and hormones that regulate the body’s processing of glucose and insulin. Inflammation of the pancreas is known as pancreatitis. Cases of pancreatitis can be mild to severe, and are categorized as either acute or chronic.

Bartter Syndrome: A Rare Renal Condition

Posted Friday, November 4, 2016

Bartter syndrome is a group of rare conditions that affect the kidneys. There are five gene defects known to be associated with Bartter syndrome. The condition is caused by a defect in the kidneys' ability to reabsorb sodium. Those affected by Bartter syndrome lose too much sodium through the urine. This causes a rise in the level of the hormone aldosterone and makes the kidneys remove too much potassium from the body. Also, the condition results in abnormal acid balance in the blood, which causes too much calcium in the urine.

Surgery: Melanoma Removal

Posted Monday, October 31, 2016

Melanoma is the most dangerous type of skin cancer. While only 4% of skin cancers are melanoma, the disease accounts for about 75% of all skin cancer deaths and the American Cancer Society estimates that 73,870 new cases of melanoma will be diagnosed in the U.S. this year.

The Role Genes Play In Hypermobility

Posted Friday, October 28, 2016

Joint hypermobility syndrome is a condition that allows joints to easily move beyond the normal range. While many find hypermobility to be an advantage of everyday life, there can be severe issues stemming from the syndrome and complications can hinder an individual’s quality of life.

What Is Ringworm (Dermatophytosis)?

Posted Friday, October 28, 2016

Contrary to its name, Ringworm is a fungal infection and is not caused by a worm. Ringworm, or Dermatophytosis, can be caused by three different types of fungi – tricophyton, microsporum and epidermophyton. When humans or animals come in contact with contaminated soil, they can become infected. It most commonly affects children and is spread by sharing items that may not be clean.

Infographics: SIDS

Posted Thursday, October 27, 2016

Learn About Sudden Infant Death Syndrome

Thyroid Cancer Awareness

Posted Wednesday, October 26, 2016

Approximately 56,000 new cases of Thyroid Cancer will be diagnosed this year in the U.S. alone. Join the nationwide movement to increase awareness regarding Thyroid Cancer. This resource is intended to help educate your patients on what thyroid cancer is, symptoms and types.