Warning signs, causes, and treatment for migraine

Warning signs, causes, and treatment for migraine

A migraine is an unbearable throbbing or pulsing headache that generally affects one side of the head. It’s a neurological disorder that causes nausea, vomiting, and severe light and sound sensitivity.
Otto Munoz
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Narcolepsy – What it is, its signs, and treatments

Narcolepsy – What it is, its signs, and treatments

Narcolepsy is a condition where the brain’s control over the sleep-wake cycle is affected. It is a neurological disorder that involves uncontrollable sleep during the day, causing a person to stay up all night.
Otto Munoz
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Overactive bladder – 3 frequently asked questions

Overactive bladder – 3 frequently asked questions

An overactive bladder, or OAB, is a condition that causes a sudden and uncontrollable need to urinate, and that may not be easy to control. Such a condition may be a cause for issues in places other than home.
Adeline Hogan
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Parkinson’s disease – symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment

Parkinson’s disease – symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment

A neurodegenerative disorder, Parkinson’s disease affects the specific dopamine-producing neurons in the brain called substantia nigra, leading to difficulty in movements. More than 10 million people around the world are living with Parkinson’s disease.
Otto Munoz
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Causes, symptoms, and management of acid reflux

Causes, symptoms, and management of acid reflux

Acid reflux is a condition wherein stomach acid flows up the esophagus, causing heartburn and chest discomfort. This happens when the sphincter muscle situated at the lower end of the esophagus relaxes at the wrong time, causing stomach acid to go up into the esophagus.
Dani Medrano
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Bladder cancer – A comprehensive guide

Bladder cancer – A comprehensive guide

Bladder cancer is a condition where tumors develop in the bladder and start multiplying. According to a study conducted by the American Cancer Society, it is estimated that nearly 81,180 bladder cancer cases will be diagnosed in the country.
Amanda Jarvis
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Joint pain – Causes, signs, diagnosis, and management

Joint pain – Causes, signs, diagnosis, and management

Joints are essential parts of our body that help the limbs move flexibly. However, certain diseases can cause joint pain. Also known as arthralgia, joint pain can affect individuals of all ages but is more common in seniors.
Amanda Jarvis
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Ulcerative colitis – Causes, symptoms, and management

Ulcerative colitis – Causes, symptoms, and management

Ulcerative colitis is a chronic disease that affects the digestive tract. It mainly causes inflammation and ulcers in the lining of the large intestine (colon), which can vary from severe to mild.
Otto Munoz
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