You can assume it has something to do with the immune system, but does the average person actually know what constitutes an immunocompromised person? To get more informed, here’s a look at what immunocompromised means, as well as the most common immunodeficiency disorders…
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We typically associate hair loss with men, but it can happen to women too! Here are the most common causes of hair loss in women.
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Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disorder that causes hair loss in both men and women. This hair loss occurs when the immune system attacks the hair follicles. We look into all the signs and causes of alopecia areata.
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Are you prone to icy digits? If your fingers and toes are constantly and inexplicably cold even when everyone else is warm, you may be dealing with an underlying health issue. Let’s ask the health experts, “Why are my piggies always cold?” and find out what constantly cold fingers and tootsies can actually mean… 1. […]
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Ah, the carefree 20s. The years marked with self-discovery, the first taste of independence, and following one’s dreams. However, this age period is also particularly prone to developing autoimmune diseases, life-long, chronic illnesses that crop up in otherwise healthy young adults in their 20s. Here are the top auto-immune conditions for 20-somethings… 1. Crohn’s Disease […]
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