Chronic Recurrent Multifocal Osteomyelitis
Chronic recurrent multifocal osteomyelitis is a rare, severe but non-malignant disease of the young which affects multiple bones of the body. Although …
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Equinophobia is an intense and persistent fear of horses. When near a horse, an individual with the phobia may experience symptoms that are similar to …
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Group therapy for anorexia is an excellent way to help treat this disease. Some of the benefits of group therapy include identifying emotions as well …
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The average American probably consumes more calories between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day than during any other period of similar length …
Continue ReadingMake the Healthy Switch to Low-sodium, Low-fat Dips This Holiday Season
Have you promised yourself that you will eat only low-sodium, low-fat dips this holiday season? Read on to learn some tips for making sure that you …
Continue ReadingNeuroendocrine Tumors and Chemo
Neuroendocrine tumors (NETs) are rare new growths that are involved in the interplay between two body systems, the endocrine and the nervous systems. …
Continue ReadingSocial Causes of Anorexia Explored
There are many different theories about what causes anorexia one of which involves social causes. Here is a look at some of the social causes of …
Continue ReadingThe Fear of Horses: Equinophobia
Equinophobia is more commonly known as the fear or horses. While there may be many causes of equinophobia, what are the symptoms and treatments of the …
Continue ReadingWhat is a Silent Cardiac Ischemic Event?
Some people with decreased blood flow to their heart have chest pain, but this isn’t the case for people who have a silent cardiac ischemic …
Continue ReadingWhat is the Difference Between Adult ADD and ADHD?
This article helps answer the common question - “what is the difference between adult ADD and ADHD?” Symptoms are discussed for each type …
Continue ReadingDo I Have Asperger's Syndrome? A Quiz for the Curious
Are you trying to answer the question, “Do I have Asperger’s syndrome?” Take this quiz to find out whether you fit the criteria to …
Continue ReadingHelping PDD Kids Get Dressed: How to Teach Your PDD Child to Get Dressed
Children diagnosed with a pervasive developmental disorder (PDD) often have social, sensory, communication and cognitive impairments that interfere …
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