Tag: disease
Alcohol increases the risk of heart disease, especially in women
News Published on 04/07/2024 at 5:02 p.m. Updated 04/07/2024 at 5:02 p.m. Reading 2 min. Alcohol consumption is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, according to an American…
They caught the same disease a year apart! ‘First case in literature’
The sisters, who had ‘intestinal paralysis’ a year apart, entered the literature. It was quite surprising that this disease, which has a prevalence of 1 in 5 thousand in the…
What is dementia and what causes it? What are the symptoms of dementia disease?
Timely intervention in dementia can improve the individual’s quality of life and slow the progression of the disease. However, the support provided to people living with dementia and their caregivers…
What is Huntington’s disease? Huntington’s disease symptoms and treatment
Support is crucial for individuals living with Huntington’s disease and their families. Health professionals, psychosocial counselors, and support groups can provide guidance and support in this struggle. This support also…
What is shingles disease and what causes it? What is good for shingles and how is it treated?
Shingles is a viral infection. It is also known as night burn among the public. Shingles, usually caused by varicella zoster virus (VZV), has symptoms similar to chickenpox. This disease…
What is Progeria (premature aging disease) and what causes it? Is there a treatment for Progeria disease?
Progeria is most often caused by a mutation in the LMNA gene. The LMNA gene is responsible for the production of lamin A protein, one of the structural components of…
Important warning from an expert! ‘Numbness in hands and feet may be a symptom of that disease’
Nowadays, the incidence of obesity and, in parallel, diabetes, has increased rapidly due to inactivity, consumption of high-calorie foods, and excessive intake of liquid foods containing sugar and fructose. Endocrinology…
What is Lyme disease and is it temporary? Lyme disease symptoms and treatment
Lyme disease may initially begin with flu-like symptoms. These are fever, headache, muscle aches and fatigue. However, if left untreated, it can lead to serious health problems. These include arthritis,…
If you have itching that increases at night, be careful about this disease! It affects 300 million people in the world
About the scabies disease, which has been talked about frequently lately, Prof. from Medipol Mega University Hospital Dermatology Department. Dr. Filiz Topaloğlu Demir made important statements. Prof. Dr. Filiz Topaloğlu…
What is Meniere’s disease and what are its symptoms? Is there a cure for Meniere’s disease?
Meniere’s disease can cause severe symptoms that can significantly affect quality of life. However, it is possible to control the symptoms and reduce the effects of the disease with the…