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A New Test to Diagnose Autoimmune Hepatitis

A New Test to Diagnose Autoimmune Hepatitis

  • Post author:Rose Duesterwald
  • Post published:December 24, 2021
  • Post category:Autoimmune Hepatitis

Although most people are familiar with the term ‘hepatitis,’ many are not aware that it is an autoimmune disease. A recent article in Life Sciences describes autoimmune hepatitis as a…

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An Adrenoleukodystrophy Patient Story: “Every Day is Like Christmas Day”

An Adrenoleukodystrophy Patient Story: “Every Day is Like Christmas Day”

  • Post author:Patient Worthy Contributor
  • Post published:December 24, 2021
  • Post category:Adrenoleukodystrophy/Rare Disease

In May 2016, I was diagnosed with a rare genetic neurological disease called adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD). Sadly, it's incurable and there's no medication to ease my condition. Since then, my life…

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Visomitin for LHON Earns Orphan Drug Designation
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Visomitin for LHON Earns Orphan Drug Designation

  • Post author:Jessica Lynn
  • Post published:December 24, 2021
  • Post category:Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy

In the United States, Orphan Drug designation is granted to drugs or biologics intended to treat, diagnose, or prevent rare diseases. These are defined as conditions affecting under 200,000 Americans.…

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For People with Gastroparesis, Holidays Can Be Painful
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For People with Gastroparesis, Holidays Can Be Painful

  • Post author:Patient Worthy Contributor
  • Post published:December 24, 2021
  • Post category:Cerebral Palsy/Gastroparesis

By Rachel Whetstone from In The Cloud Copy Food is fundamentally linked with celebrations in every culture around the world. Families gather for a feast at big holidays and birthdays…

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