Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, is a chronic condition in which the immune system mistakenly attacks the digestive tract, causing inflammation. This can lead to pain, diarrhea, and nutrient deficiencies. A tailored diet rich in key nutrients may help ease symptoms and prevent flare-ups. If you have inflammatory bowel disease,…
Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is an autoimmune condition that causes inflammation in the spine, joints, and bones. Ankylosing spondylitis affects women more often than previously thought. In the past, AS was believed to more commonly affect men, but newer research suggests the rates may be nearly equal between the two groups. If you were assigned female…
You might know that finding a lump in your breast means you should have it looked at. But lumps are not the only possible signs of cancer. Lesser-known symptoms include neck swelling, skin sores that will not heal, or unrelenting pain. If you notice new or concerning symptoms, don’t panic—but do consult a doctor. The…
Fatty liver disease is a health condition in which fat builds up in the liver. This fat buildup can cause inflammation and, in severe cases, liver damage. There are two main types of fatty liver disease: Alcohol-associated liver disease (ALD) and metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD). ALD results from heavy alcohol use over a…
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) commonly causes fatigue and pain, stiffness, and swelling in your joints. Roughly 40% of people also experience one or more symptoms in areas outside the joint. These symptoms are usually due to the abnormal immune response and increased inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis, or as reactions from RA treatments. Rheumatoid nodules are firm,…
Justin Timberlake has been diagnosed with Lyme disease. The 44-year-old singer revealed his health condition in an Instagram post shared Thursday. The news comes as Timberlake finishes his two-year Forget Tomorrow World Tour, during which his recent performances had been criticized for being less lively than usual. “I’ve been battling some health issues, and was…
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which includes Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, causes chronic (long-term) inflammation and leads to symptoms like frequent diarrhea, abdominal pain, and nausea. For women, IBD symptoms can go beyond the digestive tract and affect menstruation (periods), fertility, and pregnancy. IBD affects men and women similarly. However, there are some sex-related differences…
Huntington’s disease is a neurological (brain) condition that causes involuntary movement, changes to emotions, behavior, and thinking. Huntington’s is a genetic disease that worsens over time. Currently, there’s no cure for Huntington’s, but certain medications, diet changes, and exercise can temporarily manage symptoms. The symptoms of Huntington’s disease get progressively worse with time. Symptoms begin…
Atherosclerosis is a condition where plaque (fatty deposits) builds up inside your arteries, causing them to become stiff and narrow. This can slow or block blood flow to your heart, brain, and other parts of your body. Symptoms of atherosclerosis may vary from person to person, depending on which artery is affected and how narrow…
Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) is a long-term condition where the veins in your legs have trouble sending blood back to your heart. Unlike arteries, which have muscular walls to help move blood, veins rely on tiny, one-way valves that help push blood upward. When these valves become damaged or weakened, blood can pool in your…
