You’ve probably heard of inflammation, and it probably wasn’t in the best possible light. Inflammation is a common biological process that happens while your body is trying to heal itself. It usually happens after an acute injury (such as a sprained ankle with the ensuing swelling) or a chronic condition like arthritis. Internal medicine physician […]
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Menopause, drugs, illnesses, sleep disorders, stress, and your sleeping environment are just a few of the many factors that might make you perspire at night. Experts advise speaking with your healthcare practitioner if you frequently perspire at night and it is interfering with your ability to sleep.
Diabetes is a chronic disease that can cause nerve damage among other long-term problems. According to a recent study, bariatric surgery may benefit those who have type 2 diabetes by reducing peripheral neuropathy. Bariatric surgery can treat complications in people with obesity and diabetes.
Both Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis are examples of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which means that they both cause inflammation and harm to the digestive system. While Crohn's disease can affect any part of the digestive tract, including the mouth and the anus, UC only affects the colon (large intestine) and rectum.
According to Pratima Dibba, MD, a gastroenterologist at Medical Offices of Manhattan, having a colon polyp is both terrible and good news. According to Dr. Dibba, any chance to prevent colorectal cancer from developing is important