Have you ever started dreaming and suddenly realized that you were in a dream? Have you ever managed to gain control over your dream narrative? If your answer to these is “yes,” you’ve experienced what is called lucid dreaming. The movie features impressive dream artisans who are able not just to control the shape and […]
Current treatments for kidney stones are limited and sometimes painful. Research is changing what we thought we knew about their composition and behavior, suggesting that one day, we may fully dissolve them “right in the patient’s kidney.” They affect more men than women; more than 10 percent of men develop them, compared with 7.1 percent […]
Certain foods tend to be easier to digest than others, something most of us have experienced for ourselves. Although the body needs various nutrients, including fiber, protein, and fats, some foods containing these can contribute to stomach issues. Examples of this conundrum are foods that are high in good fiber, such as vegetables and wheat, […]
A hemicolectomy is a surgical procedure that involves removing a segment of the colon. It is typically performed to treat colon cancer or a bowel disease, such as Crohn’s disease or severe diverticulitis. During this surgery, the damaged section of the colon is removed and the healthy parts of the colon are reattached. he colon, […]
At present, there is no cure for Crohn’s disease. Doctors do not fully understand what causes the condition, which complicates the search for a cure. Crohn’s disease is a chronic disorder that can cause irritation and inflammation anywhere along the digestive tract, from the mouth all the way to the anus. It develops most frequently […]
HIV is a virus that attacks the body’s immune system, destroying a specific type of cell that helps the body fight off infections and diseases. In the United States, a higher number of men are living with the virus than women. With effective treatment of antiretroviral medication, people with HIV can live healthy lives without […]
People with certain medical conditions, including inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), sometimes need to use the restroom urgently. This can be difficult if they are out of the house or workplace, as not all businesses have public washrooms. Many states in the United States have passed the Restroom Access Act, also known as Ally’s Law, to […]
Brain inflammation is a marker of multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer’s, and some psychiatric disorders. A new study finds a subtype of brain cell that is key in neuroinflammation, bringing us closer to new treatments for multiple central nervous system diseases. (MS) affects at least 2 millionpeople worldwide. Recent estimates suggest that 1 million people in the […]
A Chinese experimental trial sought out more positive effects of acupuncture when applied during early rehabilitation of patients who suffered from acute ischemic stroke. It confirmed that the unconventional treatment benefited the patients and reduced the dysfunctions associated with stroke. The study was supported by Zhejiang Chinese Medical University. It was published in the journal […]
Viruses cause most ear infections, although sometimes bacteria are the culprit. There are three main types of ear infections that affect the middle ear: Acute otitis media (AOM) is the most common type of ear infection. Fluid builds up behind the eardrum, causing a painful earache. Otitis media with effusion (OME) usually occurs in children. […]