Feb 26, 2026
Wilson’s disease happens when copper builds up in the liver, brain, eyes and other organs because the liver’s ATP7B copper transport system is faulty. Early signs are often nonspecific — fatigue, nausea, abdominal pain and changes in mood or school performance. Liver problems include jaundice, elevated liver enzymes, hemolysis...
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Feb 23, 2026
Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is a noninvasive treatment that uses focused magnetic pulses delivered through a coil placed on the scalp to influence brain activity. Those pulses create brief electric currents that can change how neurons fire — most often targeting the left dorsolateral prefrontal cortex when treating depression....
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Feb 19, 2026
For people with rheumatoid arthritis, a high dose of methotrexate is typically in the neighborhood of 25–30 mg per week, though some treatment plans may be increased to 30–35 mg/week if tolerated. Most patients start lower (about 7.5–15 mg weekly). Giving methotrexate by subcutaneous injection can increase how much drug reaches...
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Feb 16, 2026
Genicular nerve radiofrequency ablation is a minimally invasive, fluoroscopy-guided procedure that uses focused heat to interrupt sensory nerves around the knee and reduce chronic osteoarthritic pain. A diagnostic nerve block is performed first; a temporary ≥50% pain reduction after the block predicts who is likely to benefit. Cannulas are...
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Feb 12, 2026
Radiofrequency nerve ablation uses targeted radiofrequency energy to gently heat specific sensory nerves and block pain signals coming from the facet joints in the neck or back. It’s usually recommended after diagnostic medial branch blocks confirm facet‑mediated chronic pain. The procedure is done on an outpatient basis with fluoroscopic...
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Feb 8, 2026
Many people use the term adrenal fatigue to describe prolonged, unexplained tiredness that follows long periods of stress. It isn’t an official medical diagnosis, but the most helpful recovery approaches build steady routines: consistent sleep (an earlier bedtime plus regular morning light), evenly timed meals to keep blood sugar stable,...
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Feb 4, 2026
Treatment for atrial fibrillation focuses on three practical goals: control the heart’s rate, restore or preserve a normal rhythm, and prevent stroke. Common medications include beta‑blockers or nondihydropyridine calcium‑channel blockers for rate control, antiarrhythmic drugs to help maintain rhythm, and anticoagulants such as DOACs or...
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Feb 1, 2026
A gastric balloon is a temporary, soft silicone device placed into the stomach through the mouth using an endoscope and sedation. Once in place it’s filled with saline so it takes up space, reduces stomach volume, and helps you feel full sooner so meals are smaller. The procedure is minimally invasive, usually done as an outpatient visit, and...
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Jan 28, 2026
A heavy or pressured feeling low in the belly usually points to a pelvic or abdominal issue. Common causes include menstrual bloating, constipation, urinary tract infections, fibroids, ovarian cysts, endometriosis, early pregnancy, and weakened pelvic‑floor muscles. You might feel anything from a dull, dragging ache to sharp, focused pain, often...
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