Category: Conditions and Disorders - Page 2

By Frankie Torok 15 November 2025

MRSA Infections: Understanding Community vs. Hospital Transmission and Treatment

MRSA infections are no longer just hospital problems. Community strains are spreading in gyms, prisons, and homes-and hybrid versions are blurring the lines between types. Learn how transmission and treatment have changed.

By Elizabeth Cox 15 November 2025

Spondylolisthesis: Understanding Back Pain, Instability, and When Fusion Is the Right Choice

Spondylolisthesis causes lower back pain and instability due to a vertebra slipping forward. Learn how degeneration, genetics, and activity contribute to symptoms, and when spinal fusion becomes the best option for relief.

By Elizabeth Cox 21 October 2025

Bursitis and Posture: How It Impacts You and Proven Relief Steps

Learn how bursitis disrupts posture, spot the signs, and follow practical steps to relieve pain, restore alignment, and prevent future flare‑ups.

By Frankie Torok 18 October 2025

Future of OCD Research & Treatment: What’s on the Horizon?

Explore the latest breakthroughs shaping OCD research and treatment, from neuroimaging and genetics to AI-driven therapies and new brain-stimulation tools.

By Elizabeth Cox 15 October 2025

Genetics and Central Cranial Diabetes Insipidus: How DNA Shapes the Disease

Explore how DNA mutations, especially in the AVP gene, cause central cranial diabetes insipidus, affect inheritance, diagnosis, treatment and future gene‑based therapies.

By Elizabeth Cox 14 October 2025

Addison's Disease and Its Links to Autoimmune Disorders

Explore how autoimmune attacks cause Addison's disease, why it often appears with other autoimmune disorders, and practical steps for diagnosis, treatment, and daily living.

By Elizabeth Cox 13 October 2025

Understanding the Link Between Epilepsy and Autism Spectrum Disorder

Explore why epilepsy and autism often co‑occur, covering genetics, brain connectivity, diagnosis, treatment tips, and the latest research in plain language.

By Frankie Torok 10 February 2025

Exploring the Link Between OCD and Seasonal Affective Disorder

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) might seem unrelated at first glance, but evidence suggests a compelling intersection. Understanding how seasonal changes impact OCD symptoms can provide valuable insights for those affected. We'll dig into how winter blues might contribute to compulsive behaviors, and share actionable tips to manage these challenges together. This deep dive offers hope and strategies for grappling with both conditions.