Your appendix is the oddball organ in your body. Even to this day, medical experts are uncertain about the exact function of the appendix. It’s very unique in the fact that it holds this distinction: A person can function perfectly with or without an appendix, but an improperly working appendix can cause serious complications or […]
A New and Improved Understanding of Pancreatic Cancer
Cancer is one of the most deadly and complex conditions on the planet, and it can take many shapes and sizes. Even when it’s isolated to one organ, the condition can act differently from patient to patient. In an effort to get a better understanding of how pancreatic cancer affects individuals, researchers took a hard […]
What is Hashimoto’s Disease & How is it Treated?
Hashimoto’s disease, also known as chronic lymphatic thyroiditis, is the most common cause of hypothyroidism in the United States. The condition sets in when your body’s immune system mistakenly attacks the thyroid gland, slowly destroying the gland’s ability to produce hormones. These hormones help regulate a number of bodily functions, and a bunch of problems […]
Fewer Moles May Increase Risk For Skin Cancer
Keeping an eye out for moles on your skin is the most common way to keep an eye out for potentially deadly melanomas, but many people think they are only at risk if they have a great deal of moles on their body. New research suggests that the opposite may be true. The findings suggest […]
What is an Adrenalectomy?
Above each of your kidneys sits an adrenal gland that helps regulate a variety bodily functions, including your blood pressure, and metabolism rates. When a problem arises with one of these glands, it can throw your whole body out of whack and lead to some dangerous complications. If a problem occurs with one or both […]
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