Myasthenia Gravis: The Rare Disease That Causes Extreme Muscle Weakness
Introduction Myasthenia gravis (MG) is an autoimmune disorder that disrupts the communication between nerves and muscles, resulting in debilitating muscle weakness. Despite being rare, MG significantly impacts quality of life, with simple tasksâ€...
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Vitiligo: The Skin Condition Beyond the Michael Jackson Myth
Introduction When pop icon Michael Jackson attributed his changing skin tone to vitiligo, it sparked widespread speculation and rumor. Yet, vitiligo is a real autoimmune condition impacting millions globally—not a cosmetic choice or “bleachin...
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Fibroids in Black Women: Why They’re More Common and Often Ignored
Introduction Uterine fibroids, also known as leiomyomas, are benign tumors that develop within or on the uterus. Although fibroids can appear in any person with a uterus, Black women in particular face disproportionately high rates of occurrence,...
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Neglected Tropical Diseases: Diseases You Can Get in the Tropics That People Ignore
Introduction In many parts of the world, especially tropical and subtropical regions, millions of people suffer from infectious conditions that remain largely underreported and underfunded. These illnesses—collectively known as Neglected Tropic...
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Thalassemia: A Blood Disorder Not Often Discussed in the West
Introduction Thalassemia is a group of inherited blood disorders that affect the body’s ability to produce hemoglobin—an iron-rich protein in red blood cells responsible for carrying oxygen. People with thalassemia often experience c...
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