Ryan Speer 
Have you ever heard of cytomegalovirus or also known as CMV? Many people are unaware of this virus that is easily susceptible at many daycare settings. This virus is one that someone can have and not even know they are carrying it due to not having symptoms. Cytomegalovirus is a virus that is related to …
National Depression Education and Awareness Month: October 2023 According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 1 in 6 adults will have depression at some point in their lives with the highest levels of stress being reported in those who are between the ages of 18-33. Depression is a mood disorder that …
When a child is not having their normal bowel movements daily, this can be a red flag for gastrointestinal (GI) problems. As food moves through the body and to the colon, the colon will then absorb water as it creates stool. Due to muscle movements, the stool is pushed to the rectum which forms solid …
A migraine is a pulsating pain in the head, also mistaken for a headache. The narrowing of blood vessels caused by serotonin from electrical activity affects the nerves of the brain which causes pain also known as a migraine. A headache is pain in the upper region of the body such as head, face, and …
There are many people who are experiencing some form of depression. Most of these people are on therapy or medication. However, when a person’s symptoms do not improve with the treatment, this is referred to as treatment-resistant depression. Depression is a mental disorder that can impact a person’s life in many aspects. When someone has …
Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE) is a condition that came about in the early 90s. This condition started affecting the esophagus in patients who had food allergies, eczema, and asthma. EoE results in the inflammation of the esophagus in adults and children. The symptoms are primarily similar to reflux symptoms such as difficulty swallowing, the feeling of …
As there are many steps one could take to fight against CMV, this infection is one that can go unnoticed over time. Many people affected with CMV are asymptomatic. This leaves people unaware that they could potentially have cytomegalovirus or be a carrier. CMV is common as it spreads through one’s body fluids and affects …
Bipolar disorder is when there are moments of depression that include overactivity. Some episodes are so debilitating that you may struggle to even do every day daily functions. Finding the joys in life whether it be children, animals, a hobby, or an activity, could be the first step towards pushing through a trying day. While …
Let’s take a dive into what is causing your obstructive sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is a disorder in which one’s breathing is affected by the blockage of the airways which can also cause one to stop breathing during their sleep. Sleep apnea can cause one to snore, have insomnia, hypersomnia along with other symptoms. There …
This silent liver disease called NASH is stirring up a lot of attention due to its silent etiology; a liver disease caused by natural occurrences. NASH is a liver disease that you can get even if you don’t drink alcohol. Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (or NAFLD) is a condition in which fats build up within …