Even though two of Maria Davis-Pierre’s children have autism spectrum disorder, it never occurred to her that she might be on the spectrum, too. Now 38 and a licensed mental health therapist, Davis-Pierre had long blamed her symptoms on ADHD, with which she was diagnosed in college. It wasn’t until her psychiatrist mentioned it that … Read more
Alex Preston says he wants answers after being told he had the illness for seven years. Source link
Lucy Lintott was told she had the disease at the age of 19 – and warned she would never be able to have a family. Source link
MONDAY, Feb. 28, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Newly diagnosed diabetes in many COVID-19 patients may be a temporary type triggered by COVID, according to a new study. Blood sugar levels returned to normal in about half of the newly diagnosed diabetes patients after they left the hospital, and only 8% required insulin … Read more
One patient who has been deaf since birth explains how she was left confused over her diagnosis and treatment. Source link
Steven Williams was left bedridden and shaking for 18 hours a day after contracting the illness. Source link
Getting diagnosed with depression brings up different emotions for different people. After your doctor or mental health provider gives you the news, it’s a good idea to reach out for support from family, friends, or others in your community. They may be able to help you process what you’re feeling. “For some people there’s relief. … Read more
If you just found out you have sleep apnea, you may wonder what to do next. The first step is to talk to your doctor about the lifestyle changes and treatments you can use to manage it and improve your quality of life. You may be surprised what a difference the right tools can make … Read more
The online survey was conducted from Jan. 15 through Feb. 7, 2021. “We were certainly seeing individuals delay coming in for radiation because of concerns related to COVID,” Dr. Karen Winkfield, executive director of the Meharry-Vanderbilt Alliance in Nashville, Tenn., said at the news conference. “But we have done a wonderful job in radiation … Read more
By Jang Jaswal, as told to Danny Bonvissuto I grew up in India and migrated to the United States in the mid-’80s. It was stressful to settle down into the American lifestyle, because I couldn’t find a job in my field. Before I moved to America, I was the head of the … Read more