Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a type of lung disease that causes chronic issues with lung airflow that make breathing difficult. Symptoms include wheezing, a tightening of the chest, excessive mucus production, and coughing. This condition is often caused by long-term exposure to irritants and pollutants. It can also develop if you have chronic…
Living with allergies can feel like living with only one eye open. Allergies can cause a host of uncomfortable symptoms that can disrupt your life and peace. Some people are able to take over the counter antihistamines to feel better. However, most people need further treatment to get long-term relief from allergy symptoms. If you…
Having dementia can affect every aspect of your life, from your job to your personal life and relationships. However, having been diagnosed with the disease is not a death sentence. Remember that you are still you – you just have a clinically diagnosed memory and concentration problem. Each person with dementia will experience it differently….
Your thyroid is a gland that sits in your throat and is part of the endocrine system. It secrets thyroid hormones that are essential to your body’s functioning. For instance, your digestion, energy, and mood are affected by your thyroid gland. Any issues with your thyroid gland are bound to cause symptoms that are hard…
