ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease): Progress and Challenges in Finding a Cure
Introduction Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, is a progressive neurodegenerative condition that affects the nerves controlling voluntary muscles. Named after the famous baseball player Lou Gehrig, who was...
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Rare Disease Day: Why Awareness Matters for Uncommon Conditions
Introduction For many living with uncommon illnesses, a diagnosis can bring more questions than answers, with treatments often elusive and mainstream conversations largely absent. Rare Disease Day is observed each year to spotlight these lesser-k...
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Multiple Sclerosis in Minority Populations: Does It Differ and Why Few Talk About It?
Introduction Multiple sclerosis (MS) is commonly perceived as a disease more prevalent in White populations of European descent. While it’s true that research historically focused on these demographics, recent studies and patient experiences hi...
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Rare Genetic Disorders: What Is Life Like with a Disease Only 100 People Have?
Introduction Picture hearing from your doctor that the condition shaping your life, perhaps from childhood, affects only about 100 people in the entire world. You can’t turn to any neighbors or classmates who share the same diagnosis—chances ...
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Adenomyosis: A Painful Uterine Condition Often Confused with Endometriosis
Introduction Adenomyosis is a uterine disorder in which tissue similar to the endometrium (the lining of the uterus) grows into the muscular wall of the uterus (the myometrium). This invasion can lead to an enlarged uterus, painful cramping, and ...
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