Sjögren’s syndrome (SS) is a systemic autoimmune disease that affects the entire body, causing substantial dryness in the eyes and mouth.
About half of the time Sjögren’s syndrome occurs alone, and the other half it occurs in the presence of another autoimmune connective tissue disease such as Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus, or Scleroderma.
Acute Noise Sensitivity Anxiety or Misophonia is a real condition with disabling consequences, find out what treatments are available.
There is growing evidence that auditory training modalities, such as music, can be a powerful tool in the treatment of anxiety.
Guillain-Barré syndrome is a rare disorder in which your body’s immune system attacks your nerves. There is no known cure but sveral treatments are effective.
People with Guillain-Barre syndrome are described as feverish, physically active and well-hydrated. But their general health and other symptoms may not be typical of the illness or virus.
Your visual acuity will be a major concern if you have been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis as Vision problems are a first symptom.
Disorders of the central nervous system (CNS) can affect the visual system, the brain and spinal cord… and can cause visual problems.
There is no cure for MS but, we discuss the options for multiple sclerosis treatment and ways to alleviate MS symptoms to improve lifestyle
Managing MS is an ongoing process, beginning with the very first symptoms and continuing throughout the disease course. It’s never too soon or too late to think about how to access high quality, comprehensive, interdisciplinary care for multiple sclerosis treatment.
A rare condition of the digestive system, sphincter of oddi dysfunction is a muscular weakness in the pancreas.
While there is not enough proof that sphincter of Oddi dysfunction plays a causative role in MS, it does raise the possibility. This condition has not yet been proven, but it is worth further study.
Plantar fasciitis is a podiatric problem that causes intense pain in the heel of the foot that is worsened by lomg periods of standing.
You can wear a basic resistance band to engage all the muscles in your bottom half of the leg for 10 reps at a time. If you want to increase the intensity, perform the stretch in front of a mirror while lying on your back.
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome or PCOS is a common hormonal disorder among women of reproductive age. It can cause ovarian cysts and disrupt the menstrual cycle
Treatment for PCOS varies depending upon a number of factors. In particular, different treatment will be used for, women who hope to become pregnant, and for those with no expectation of motherhood.
Epidermolysis bullosa simplex a rare inherited skin condition that can cause painful blisters even inside the mouth. Also thickened skin.
EB is caused by a faulty gene that will have been passed from one or both parents. This is true of all EB variants with the exception of epidermolysis bullosa acquisita which is an acquired autoimmune disease.
TransUrethral Resection of the Prostate or TURP is a surgical procedure to reduce the enlarged prostate gland of benign prostatic yperplasia
This is a surgical procedure that will require anaesthesia. You may be put to sleep with a general anaesthetic or you might be given spinal anaesthesia.