Health

Women Peripheral artery disease (PAD) typically falls under the cardio­logy specialty. Diabetes is primarily treated by endocrino­logists and nephro­logists. How can diabetes be confused with PAD?

Educational This autoimmune system disorder may go undetected for months or years with symptoms ranging from mild to aggressive attacks on skin and internal organs.

Patient-Friendly The most obvious symptom of Parkinson’s disease is tremors. It is often assumed to be a musculo­­skeletal disorder. But patients and caregivers should be alert to neurological changes.

Patient-Friendly Patients can become demanding with little motiva­tion for self-sufficiency. Read how a pro­spec­tive caregiver under­estimates the task.

Patient-Friendly Chronic pain sufferers need more endurance. Whether you are a friend, loved one or personal physician, here is an introduction to the world of these heroes that deserve our support.

Women When your eyes are so dry they hurt and vision is blurred, it is wise to seek an eye care professional. Patient response to antibiotics may help diagnose this autoimmune disorder...

Women For many health physicians, an MRI is a figurative black hole into which a patient may be inserted to see what comes out. This often occurs without a definitive diagnosis. By means...

Women People with Sjögren’s syndrome are confused with those having dry eye syndrome. If it was just dry eyes or diminished tears, Sjögren’s syndrome might be treated solely with eye drops. Learn...