Eating Disorders
Malnutrition: Causes, Symptoms & When to Get Help
Malnutrition means the body is not getting proper nutrition. However, it is not just about eating too little.
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Eating Disorders
Chronic Diarrhea: Causes, Symptoms & Treatments
Most Canadians experience a short bout of diarrhea at some point. This type — called acute diarrhea — usually lasts a few days and …
Skin Conditions
Neurodermatitis: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Neurodermatitis — also called lichen simplex chronicus — is a stubborn skin condition. It begins with an itch that triggers …
Skin Conditions
Birthmarks: Types, Causes & When to Worry
The exact cause of most birthmarks is not fully understood. Experts believe genetics plays a role.
Neurological Disorders
Prion Diseases: Causes, Symptoms & What Canadians Should Know
Prion diseases attack the brain and nervous system. They cause a slow but steady breakdown of brain function, leading to memory …
Neurological Disorders
Huntington’s Disease: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Huntington’s disease is a genetic condition passed down through families. Each child of an affected parent has a 50% chance of …
Respiratory Health
Shortness of Breath: Causes, Types & When to Act
Shortness of breath — known medically as dyspnea — is not a disease on its own. It is a symptom.
Respiratory Health
Breathing Difficulties: Symptoms, Causes & When to Act
Breathing difficulties happen when your body struggles to take in or move air normally. The medical term is dyspnea.
Heart & Cardiovascular Health
Heart Arrhythmia Symptoms: What to Do When Help Is Far
Sudden palpitations, weakness, shortness of breath, and sweating can be frightening. These are common heart arrhythmia symptoms, …
Heart & Cardiovascular Health
Hypertensive Heart Disease: Complications & Treatment
High blood pressure is defined as a reading consistently above 140/90 mmHg. When blood pressure stays high over months or years, …