Krista Bugden

Fabry’s disease falls into the group of diseases known as lysosomal storage disorders. This rare genetic disorder impacts the lysosomal enzyme—α‐galactosidase A (α‐Gal A)—which is responsible for breaking down fats. As a result, fats accumulate in the blood. And this can lead to various health risks, such as heart attack, kidney failure and stroke. While there is no cure, treatments are available to help manage this disease and its symptoms. Fabry’s disease treatment can further help slow the overall...

Finding skin flakes in your hair can pose a troublesome and embarrassing dilemma. Not only that but as time goes on, it may make you wonder whether you’re suffering from a skin condition, such as psoriasis. While dandruff and psoriasis have similar symptoms, there are some key differences between the two. In this article, we explore dandruff vs scalp psoriasis and how you can sport the differences. Let’s take a closer look! Dandruff is essentially skin cells or flakes...

Pneumonia is an infection spread by coughing or water droplets. This infection causes inflammation in the air sacs of the lungs, which is where the body exchanges oxygen and carbon dioxide. It can quickly become a life-threatening situation, especially for older adults. Thankfully, there are pneumonia treatments in adults that can help relieve symptoms. In this article we look at the types of pneumonia treatment in adults. Let's get started. Commonly acquired pneumonia, or bacterial pneumonia, is frequently treated...

You never think it could happen to you, especially when you're young and healthy. But the reality is that colon cancer is on the rise among young adults. While it sounds scary, and it may be tempting to brush off the symptoms and attribute them to less serious conditions, it always pays to consult with your doctor, especially when something doesn’t feel quite right. What are the warning signs of colon cancer in young adults? What should you know?...

The heart, kidney and metabolism work hard to ensure the body receives adequate nutrients and eliminates waste effectively. These organs and systems are essential for overall health and well-being. However, when these systems become imbalanced or dysregulated, it can give rise to a condition known as cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) syndrome. So, what is CKM syndrome? Potentially unsurprisingly, CKM, heart disease, obesity and diabetes are all interconnected. In this article, we take a closer look at how, as well as CKM...