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Hidradenitis Suppurativa vs. Acne: How to Differentiate and Treat Chronic Inflammation

What is Hidradenitis? Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects the apocrine glands, located in specific areas of the body. These glands secrete a specialized fluid and are found only in certain regions, such as the armpits, groin, around the anus, genitals, buttocks, and under the breasts. Due to skin folds in these areas, the apocrine glands experience a lack of oxygen, leading to secretion blockage and promoting the growth of pathogenic anaerobic ...
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Cracking The PCOS Code: Revealing Causes, Symptoms, And Environmental Impact

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrine disorder affecting women of reproductive age. While PCOS can present differently, its impact on health and quality of life can be significant. It's important to recognize the signs and consequences of this condition to receive timely diagnosis and treatment. What symptoms indicate PCOS? PCOS is characterized by several main symptoms, including Irregular menstrual cycles or absence of menstruation.Elevated levels of ma...
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Depression And Digestion: The Mysteries Of The Emotional-Gut Connection

What is depression? Depression is a serious mental disorder characterized by a prolonged period of low mood, loss of interest in favorite activities, changes in energy balance, and a decreased sense of satisfaction with life. It affects overall physical and emotional well-being, the ability to function in daily life, and the quality of interpersonal relationships. Depression can have different degrees of severity, and without timely treatment, it can become chronic and negatively impa...
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Thyroid Dysfunction and Diagnostic Challenges

There are cases where patients experiencing symptoms potentially related to thyroid dysfunction undergo standard testing for TSH hormone levels, and the results fall within the normal range. This often concludes the examination. It is possible that, for this reason, many individuals in the Canadian province of BC remain undiagnosed for many years. They exhibit symptoms of thyroid dysfunction, yet specialists assure them that everything is fine, relying on the fact that thyroid-stimulatin...
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Helicobacter Or Something Else? The Most Common Causes of Gastritis

Before the discovery of Helicobacter pylori, many cases of gastritis were considered chronic but relatively harmless conditions. For a long time, it was believed that gastritis was caused by an excess level of stomach acid, and treatment was aimed at reducing acidity. Other theories included the role of stress, improper diet, and an unhealthy lifestyle in the development of gastritis. With the emergence of new data, it became clear that the presence of this bacterium in the stomach is no...
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Gluten-Related Problems are not Limited to Celiac Disease

In recent years, issues related to gluten-free diets have been gaining increasing attention. Some people encounter problems associated with its consumption, undergo tests, identify celiac disease, and eliminate gluten from their diets. Meanwhile, for others, the celiac test comes back negative, and gluten remains an integral part of their diet. But are they right? Let's delve into this topic; in this article, we will explore various issues related to gluten. You've got it right; it's not ju...
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Proven Strategies To Prevent and Treat Heart Disease

Ischemic heart disease, also known as coronary heart disease, is characterized by the accumulation of plaque in the heart's arteries, which can lead to a heart attack, heart failure, or even death. It is the second leading cause of death in Canada. Understanding facts about cardiovascular diseases (CVD) and taking measures to reduce the risk, including adopting a healthy lifestyle and early diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions, are important steps in preventing this problem. ...
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Common reasons for infertility and how to solve them (part 2)

How to resolve infertility naturally? It is a natural occurrence that when you are not in optimal health, it becomes challenging to conceive a child. This cannot even be considered infertility; it is your body's way of indicating that it may not be the best time for procreation. Here, I will list some solutions that can help address this issue without resorting to expensive procedures of artificial fertilization. Nutrients needed for conception and pregnancy Many nutrients are...
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Common reasons for infertility and how to solve them (part 1)

Infertility is a prevalent issue worldwide, and 1 in 6 individuals globally experience infertility, according to the World Health Organization. However, I want to discuss not only infertility but also the importance of checking the health of prospective parents in advance, even before addressing infertility. Even if there is no infertility issue, if we want to reduce the number of special needs children, the first thing to do is to screen prospective mothers and help them address health iss...
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Strategies To Prevent Gout Flare-Ups: Practical Solutions For Lasting Relief

There is no person who hasn't heard of gout. However, people often don't know that they are at risk of this condition, and it can happen to them at any moment. Hospital admissions after a wild party with friends are particularly common. But let's delve into this issue in more detail and understand why it happens at such moments, even if a predisposition to gout is genetic. What is Hyperuricemia? Hyperuricemia is an elevated level of uric acid in the blood. This condition can remain as...
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