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Understanding Periventricular Leukomalacia
Let’s unravel the mystery of brain injury Life’s tender beginnings are meant to be beautiful and precious. However, in very rare cases, little babies, especially premature infants, may develop a neurological condition known as Periventricular Leukomalacia that impair motor control and cognitive function.
By Albertalice2 years ago in Lifehack
All About Managing Dysphagia
Experiencing occasional difficulty swallowing is common, but for those with Dysphagia, it's a constant challenge that affects daily life. The good news is that various treatments are available to address Dysphagia. This guide provides an overview of Dysphagia, its symptoms, diagnosis, and effective management strategies, offering insights to help individuals and their loved ones cope with this condition.
By Albertalice2 years ago in Lifehack
An Overview of Hashimoto's Thyroiditis
Symptoms, Causes, Complications, Diagnosis, and Treatment The thyroid gland, which is shaped like a butterfly, is a nebulous, yet important, part of metabolism in the body. It produces different hormones that are essential for different bodily functions. An autoimmune condition that affects the thyroid gland. Hashimoto's Thyroiditis could affect a person's general well-being. The illness causes the immune system of the body to attack the thyroid gland. The resulting complications are physical as well as emotional.
By Albertalice2 years ago in Lifehack
Management of the Spasms for Children affected by Cerebral Palsy A Comprehensive Guide
Cerebral Palsy presents special challenges for children and muscle spasms are the most common cause of discomfort and pain. Knowing the effects that cerebral palsy has on the muscle control and tone is essential for parents to understand the complexities of their child's disorder.
By Albertalice2 years ago in Lifehack
Decoding Essential Tremor: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
It is often misunderstood and often misinterpreted as a physical quiver or shake. Essential Tremor is actually a neurological disorder. It manifests as an involuntary shaking or trembling in certain areas in the human body. Although it's generally an unaffected disease, its effect on the daily routine of a person is often undervalued.
By Albertalice2 years ago in Lifehack
How to deal with the aftermath of a Spinal Cord Injury?
The spinal cord (SCI) can be a devastation condition. Being afflicted with an SCI is a life-altering situation that comes with physical and psychological challenges. It's easy to question why a spinal injury can impact the person who suffers in such a profound way, but the reasons are based on science. So, dealing with SCI requires a lot of resilience, flexibility and a positive mindset.
By Albertalice2 years ago in Lifehack
Understanding the Brain and Spine - An Overview of the Most Common Neurodegenerative Disorders
Neurodegenerative disorders encompass a variety of disorders that mostly impact neurons, the main component that make up the human brain as well as the spinal cord. Because neurons cannot reproduce independently, the loss or damage is irreparable, resulting in many debilitating outcomes. In the blog we'll help identify the most prevalent neurodegenerative diseases.
By Albertalice2 years ago in Lifehack
Regenerating the Liver With Stem Cell Therapy
Did you know that the liver is known as the body's metabolic factory? It plays an essential role in creating important proteins, removing toxins from the blood and also processing nutrients. However, it is also highly vulnerable to damage. If the damage is grave and irreparable the damage can cause liver cirrhosis.
By Albertalice2 years ago in Lifehack
Osteoarthritis vs Rheumatoid Arthritis
Understanding the Differences Arthritis is an umbrella term encompassing a variety of joint-related conditions. Among them, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis are the most common forms with similar symptoms, such as joint stiffness and pain. However, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis are fundamentally different in terms of progression, causes, and management strategies. Through this blog, we’ll help you understand the main differences between osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, as well as shed light on the distinct treatments to manage these conditions.
By Albertalice2 years ago in Lifehack
Spinal Muscular Atrophy: Types, Causes, Symptoms, Hope for the Future
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) is a group of rare genetic disorders that causes progressive degeneration of motor neurons in the spinal cord, muscle weakness and atrophy (wastage). The symptoms of SMA are usually evident from birth, and infants who exhibit hypotonia and breathing trouble should be tested immediately for a diagnosis. Research continues on why this rare condition presents and how it can be treated or even cured. In this blog, we’ll explore the condition in detail, covering its types, causes, symptoms, and management strategies, such as stem cell therapy for SMA.
By Albertalice2 years ago in Lifehack
