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Sickle Cell Anemia: The Silent Struggle in Our Blood
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Overview Sickle cell disease is a genetic blood condition where the erythrocytes (another name for red blood cells) are affected. They may appear sickle-shaped or may also be described as crescent-shaped. One of red blood cells’ largest roles is to transfer oxygen throughout the body and when they become sickled,…
Tired All the Time? Epstein-Barr Might Be to Blame
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Epstein-Barr virus is a common herpes virus spread through bodily fluids, mainly saliva, leading to mononucleosis and, in rare cases, cancer. The virus attaches to lymphocyte B cells (aka white blood cells) that help fight infections. As the virus attaches, the cells cannot fight infection properly and symptoms arise. While…
“Colorectal Cancer Demystified: The Medical Side of the Disease”
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Overview Colorectal cancer is a type of cancer that affects the colon (the longest part of the large intestine) and rectum (the last part of the large intestine). This can affect your bowel movement and habits and can cause stomach pain, bloating, cramping, and the like. The disease, like all…