The immune system is the network of tissues, organs, and cells. Our body’s immune system protects us from diseases and infections. But, an autoimmune disease makes your body prone to diseases because your immune system attacks healthy cells and affects your body parts. Autoimmune diseases occur due to a malfunction in one’s immune system where
Your back and neck consist of small bones we call vertebrae. These form a spinal column, support the head, and protect the spinal cord. Neck pain starts in the neck and gets associated with radiating pain down the arms. Neck pain is caused by a number of disorders that may involve tissues in the neck,
Dubai: Every March, the Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) leads dialogue around the crucial neurological topic of brain injury. This year’s theme, ‘More Than My Brain Injury,’ focuses on the lasting impact and the need for more understanding of brain injury as a chronic condition. Alongside conditions such as stroke and seizures, one of
Leaders in various fields credit constant focus as one of the most essential elements of their success. In the words of George Lucas, “your focus determines your reality,” and it’s often what sets entrepreneurs apart- until a global pandemic comes along and changes everything. In this scenario, even the most driven people are prone to
What is Parkinson’s disease? Parkinson’s disease is a nervous system disorder that affects the part of the brain that controls how the body moves. Symptoms of Parkinson’s disease typically start gradually but can worsen as your condition progresses over time. While it can’t be cured, Parkinson’s disease can be managed through medication and different types
What is the difference between a seizure and a convulsion? Many people often use ‘convulsions’ and ‘seizures’ interchangeably without realizing that both are different conditions. A convulsion causes rigidity and uncontrolled muscle spasms that typically last a few minutes. Convulsions can also occur during epileptic seizures but many experience convulsions even if they do not
The last 12 months have created a sense of uncertainty for many people worldwide, not just regarding their health and safety but their financial stability as well. Faced with difficult decisions following a general business downturn, a growing number of organisations have made staff redundant in order to reduce costs amid declining financial fortunes. This
Seizures are sudden and uncontrolled electrical disturbances in the brain that can cause changes in a person’s behavior, movements, feelings and levels of consciousness. When a person has two or more seizures or recurrent seizures, they are known to have epilepsy. Different types of seizures will range in severity and where and how they start
The lower back, also known as the lumbar region, can be a source of aches for many people. Generally, lower back pain is one of the most common reasons people miss work or go for a medical checkup and it is a leading cause of disability around the world. Lumbar pain tends to go away
A reader who wishes to stay anonymous asks Dear Doctor, my weight has become an issue in my relationship. When we were younger, my then boyfriend used to love to watch me eat, especially since I did not gain weight. We got married and as I aged, I became more and more sluggish. And so
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