Conditions

Antiphospholipid syndrome is a condition that most people have not heard of. However, this syndrome is more common than most people realize. It affects the immune system of the body. It is an autoimmune disorder that causes the immune system to attack the normal proteins found in the blood instead of the bacteria and infections […]

An abdominal aortic aneurysm is also referred to as AAA. This condition can originate anywhere around the aorta. The aorta is the major artery that runs from the left ventricle of the heart to the abdomen. An AAA develops into a bulge that is filled with blood. This bulge causes the walls to weaken. When […]

Abdominal aortic aneurysms are enlarged areas located in the lower area of the aorta. The aorta is the main blood vessel supplying the body with blood. The aorta is about as thick as the average garden hose and runs from the heart down the center of the chest and into the abdomen. The aorta is […]

Autoimmune diseases are conditions that make your immunes system attack your body by mistake. Under normal circumstances, your immune system protects you from viruses and bacteria. As soon as it detects these invasive pathogens, it’ll send out a battalion of cells to wipe them off the face of the earth. Any healthy immune system has […]

Adrenal insufficiency is a rare health condition that affects the way the glands in the body produce vital hormones such as cortisol. If you suffer from adrenal insufficiency, it can be associated with a massive range of painful and uncomfortable symptoms that can include nausea, darkening of the skin and a generally lowered immunity to […]

The sudden appearance of a mole on the skin (or the change in a current one) can be a pretty scary experience. The first thing that you should know is that not all moles are necessarily cancerous, but all moles have the potential to become cancerous, so it’s important to keep an eye on your […]