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Fibromyalgia

Why do some still believe that fibromyalgia is a psychosomatic illness?

18 Jun 2021 • 4 Likes • 4 comments

Fibromyalgia is a condition characterised by chronic, widespread and persistent pain which can be made worse through exertion, humidity or the cold. These symptoms are compounded by a widespread...

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Castleman disease

Castleman disease: "I want to tell everyone to listen to their body and how they feel!"

17 Jun 2021 • 1 Like • 1 comment

Hello TamaraGajic, thank you for agreeing to share your story with us here on Carenity.First of all, could you tell us a bit about yourself?I'm 39 years old, I was born and raised in Berlin, I have...

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Asthma

Asthma: "It's a battle"

17 Jun 2021 • 1 comment

Hello GILBERTJOEL, thank you for agreeing to share your story with us here on Carenity.First of all, could you tell us a little bit about yourself?I am 74 years old and retired from the Post Office...

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Endometriosis

Endometriosis and pregnancy: What is the outlook for affected women?

16 Jun 2021

What is endometriosis?Endometriosis is a common but still little known gynaecological condition. It affects approximately one in ten women. Endometriosis is an oestrogen-dependent condition, which...

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World Blood Donor Day: What is the history of blood transfusion and donation?

14 Jun 2021 • 1 comment

Blood transfusion and blood products help to save millions of lives each year. But what is this history of this medical practice? What happens to blood once it is donated? Read on to learn more!What...

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Skin cancer

Skin cancer: How to protect your skin?

13 Jun 2021

What is skin cancer?In terms of area, skin is the most important human organ. Its role is to protect the body against infections and ultraviolet (UV) radiation. Skin also makes it easier to control...

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Asthma

Asthma: "My case was considered very serious by the doctors in the intensive care unit"

9 Jun 2021 • 1 comment

Hello Plumette57, thank you for accepting to share your story with us here on Carenity.First of all, could you tell us a little bit about yourself?Hello, my name is Astrid, I am 66 years old and...

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Castleman disease

Castleman disease: The CDCN's unique approach to accelerate research

9 Jun 2021

What is the history of CDCN?The CDCN was founded in 2012 by Dr. David Fajgenbaum and Dr. Frits van Rhee because of an urgent need to advance research and improve care for patients living with CD.Dr....

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Rheumatoid arthritis

How does rheumatoid arthritis progress and how is it treated?

8 Jun 2021 • 1 Like • 3 comments

What are the first symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis?Rheumatoid arthritis often begins with stiffness in the joints (wrists, hands, fingers). Patients may wake up in the middle of the night with joint...

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Women’s health: What are the “unknown” side effects of birth control pills?

4 Jun 2021

How do oral contraceptives work?Birth control pills are oral contraceptives that prevent sperm from coming into contact with, and therefore fertilizing, an egg. They contain hormones (progestin and...

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Healthy spring pasta primavera

3 Jun 2021

In the kitchen: read the "Healthy spring pasta primavera" recipe quickly and reproduce it at home!

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Diabetes

Diabetes-friendly lemon cheesecake

3 Jun 2021

In the kitchen: read the "Diabetes-friendly lemon cheesecake" recipe quickly and reproduce it at home!

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