Treatments and Prevention

COVID-19, a respiratory disease caused by a coronavirus, can affect your lungs, throat, and nose. For people with asthma, infection with the virus could lead to an asthma [...]

Thalassemia is an inherited blood disorder that affects the body's ability to produce hemoglobin, a protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen throughout the body. [...]

Tonsillitis is a common condition that affects the tonsils, two masses of tissue located at the back of the throat. When the tonsils become infected by bacteria or viruses, [...]

If you've ever eaten a chili pepper, you're probably familiar with the hot, burning sensation in your mouth. The compound responsible for this heat is called [...]

Narcolepsy is a chronic brain disorder that affects your ability to control sleep and wakefulness. People with narcolepsy experience excessive daytime sleepiness and may [...]

Type 2 diabetes is a chronic condition that affects how your body processes glucose, a type of sugar. It is the most common form of diabetes, affecting about 1 in 10 people [...]

Hereditary transthyretin amyloidosis (hATTR) with polyneuropathy is a rare genetic disorder that affects multiple organs and nerves in the body. This condition is caused by a [...]

When your child is diagnosed with a primary immunodeficiency disease (PIDD), it can be overwhelming and concerning. This guide aims to provide you with a clear understanding [...]

Dupuytren's disease, also known as Dupuytren's contracture, is a condition that affects the tissue beneath the skin of the palm and fingers. If you or a loved one [...]

If you or someone you know has a milk allergy, it's essential to understand what it is, how it differs from lactose intolerance, and how to manage it effectively. This [...]