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Fregoli Delusion: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Fregoli Syndrome
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Fregoli Delusion: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Fregoli Syndrome

Out of so many mental disorders, a rare disorder is the Fregoli delusion or Fregoli syndrome (FS), in which an individual holds a delusional belief that different people are in fact a single person, who keeps on changing appearances quickly or is in disguise. People affected with this condition often experience anxiety, paranoia, and agitation. It can impact the patient’s mental health and their safety and the safety of others.

By Electra Padhy

SLEEPING BEAUTY SYNDROME: Symptoms, Causes, Treatments, and More about Kleine-Levin Syndrome
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SLEEPING BEAUTY SYNDROME: Symptoms, Causes, Treatments, and More about Kleine-Levin Syndrome

You probably know this story: Aurora, also known as the Sleeping Beauty, was a kind princess who was cursed by an angry fairy and fell into a deep sleep for years. On her sixteenth birthday, she pricked her finger, and the spell came true. Silence covered the land, and the entire kingdom fell asleep with her. Years later, the spell could be broken by a kiss from a prince.

By Electra Padhy

ALICE IN WONDERLAND SYNDROME: All You Need to Know about AWS
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ALICE IN WONDERLAND SYNDROME: All You Need to Know about AWS

The dark fantasy adventure “Alice in Wonderland” has gained widespread appreciation among audiences. However, the Alice in Wonderland Syndrome (AWS), a brain-related condition, is not something anyone would ever love to experience or witness.

By Electra Padhy

HYPERTROPHIC CARDIOMYOPATHY: Everything You Need to Know About HCM
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HYPERTROPHIC CARDIOMYOPATHY: Everything You Need to Know About HCM

Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is a common genetic disorder in which the heart muscle becomes thicker and stiffer, a condition called hypertrophy. (1) The thickened heart muscle makes it harder for the heart to work properly. Many individuals with HCM do not realize that they have it.

By Electra Padhy

Debunking the myths surrounding toilet infections
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Debunking the myths surrounding toilet infections

As a pharmacist during clinical clerking, I frequently encounter patients who use the term “toilet infections” to describe symptoms that clinically align with bacterial vaginosis, urinary tract infections, or yeast infections. This widespread misconception often stems from the assumption that symptoms occurring after the use of public toilets must be caused by them.

By Hanifah Kaka

Diabetes and what you should know
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Diabetes and what you should know

I have debunked certain myths surrounding diabetes and explained what it is in a way that is relatable and understandable to my readers. Upon reading the article, you will learn more about your body and what to look out for as well as the importance of routine checks in the lives of an individual.

By Hanifah Kaka

Common Misconceptions About Hypertension
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Common Misconceptions About Hypertension

For many people, it is often assumed to be a “Stress disease”. Others casually refer to it as an “Old man’s disease” based on the myth that it affects only the elderly. These assumptions, however banal, are misleading and potentially lethal.

By Hanifah Kaka

Nutritional Psychiatry: Food Is Medicine
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Nutritional Psychiatry: Food Is Medicine

Explaining The Reciprocity Between Your Brain and Your Belly For the past decade, the scientific community has increased its focus on mental health disorders including anxiety, depression,

By Katie Mowatt

Full Blood Count (FBC): What It Measures and Why It Matters
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Full Blood Count (FBC): What It Measures and Why It Matters

A Full Blood Count (FBC) is a blood test that measures different types of blood cells and related parameters, including red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, haemoglobin, haematocrit and red blood cell indices. It can help healthcare professionals investigate conditions such as anaemia, infection, inflammation and certain blood disorders.

By Mikaiah Oyepintemi

Psychotherapy Options for Anxiety
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Psychotherapy Options for Anxiety

Symptoms of anxiety disorders can interfere with daily life activities, such as performance at work, being in social gatherings, and relationships. In severe cases of anxiety, there might be a feeling of intense fear in common situations, a preference for isolation, or a refusal to leave their homes

By Electra Padhy

The Brain’s Ability to Change and Its Role in Depression
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The Brain’s Ability to Change and Its Role in Depression

Depression has affected humans for hundreds of years. Symptoms can include persistent feelings of sadness, sleep disturbances, anxiety, and a loss of interest in social activities. Science doesn’t yet fully understand the causes and effects, but here’s what we do know: the brain is a powerful organ, and it is capable of change. Made up of a wide network of connections, it relies on chemicals, electrical impulses, and billions of neurons. Let’s explore how brain science

By Miranda Anastasia

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