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Mixing Old and New: How Different Drugs Are Used to Treat a Rare Muscle Disease

December 13, 2025

In the United States, people with a condition called generalized myasthenia gravis (gMG) often take medicines to help manage their symptoms. Two types of drugs commonly used are oral corticosteroids (OCSs) and nonsteroidal immunosuppressant therapies (NSISTs). These drugs can have serious side effec

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Nurses: The Unsung Heroes in CAR-T Cell Therapy

November 1, 2025

CAR-T cell therapy is a big deal in cancer treatment. It can save lives, but it also comes with risks. One major risk is cytokine release syndrome (CRS), which can be really serious. While doctors often get the spotlight, nurses play a crucial role in managing CRS. They are often the first to spot p

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Navigating PLAN: A Guide to Understanding and Managing

April 23, 2025

PLAN, or PLA2G6-associated neurodegeneration, is a tricky condition. It is a type of neurodegeneration with brain iron accumulation. It can start at any age, from infancy to adulthood. Symptoms can vary widely, affecting movement, thinking, eyesight, and even basic bodily functions. This makes it a

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Smoking, Obesity, and High Blood Pressure: A Dangerous Mix

February 15, 2025

Smoking and obesity are two major health issues that can really mess with your blood pressure. When these two problems team up, they can cause some serious trouble. They can make your blood pressure super hard to control and put you at a much higher risk for heart problems. This is because smoking a

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Secret Challenges in Diabetic Eye Care: Views from Patients and Professionals

December 14, 2024

Diabetic macular edema is a serious eye condition that can lead to vision loss. While clinical trials often show promising results, real-world treatment can be tough. Patients, healthcare providers, and clinic staff all face hurdles that make managing this condition difficult. These problems can inc

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Hearing Hope: kids and the brainstem implant

November 28, 2024

Ever considered what it's like for kids with severe inner ear problems? They might face big hurdles hearing. That's where pediatric auditory brainstem implants (ABIs) come in. A bunch of smart docs got together at the Third International Pediatric ABI Meeting to chat about how these implants are hel