Natalie Michelle Piernick PA-C

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• What is Psoriatic Arthritis?

  Psoriatic arthritis is a type of inflammation affecting any joint in the body. It occurs in about 15% of patients who have psoriasis. The symptoms of psoriatic arthritis vary from person-to-person.Psoriatic arthritis typically appears in people between the ages 30 years old and 50 years old, but it...

• Radiation: An Occupational Health Hazard for Nurses

  Being part of a healthcare center is a noble profession; everyone has an important role to play, and there are plenty of opportunities to make a difference in the lives of every patient. On the other hand, failure to execute procedures or to account for occupational safety measures may also result...

• Can Sleep Apnea Increase the Risk of a Stroke?

  Stroke is one of the leading causes of long-term disability and death globally. Many conditions have long been known to increase the risk of stroke, like a high level of blood cholesterol, diabetes, high-blood pressure, smoking, and atrial fibrillation. However, now snoring, or rather sleep apnea,...

• Mesenteric Adenitis: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

  Introduction Mesenteric adenitis is the inflammation of the lymph nodes present in the mesentery, which is the membrane that attaches the small intestine to the abdominal cavity wall. It usually causes abdominal pain, especially in children and teenagers. Lymph nodes contain lymphocytes, which are...

• Letting Go: How to Live with Fibromyalgia

  Fibromyalgia is a great example of a condition that can seriously impact the way all activities are carried out on a daily basis. However, with the correct mindset, people can easily overcome a situation, no matter how difficult may seem.In many cases, people do not have a positive attitude with...

• How Fibromyalgia Impacts Each Age Group

  Most people believe fibromyalgia to be a disease that affects only middle-aged, stressed out women. And while this is true, fibromyalgia is actually a disease that can affect people of both sexes, and of all ages. While it’s more likely to receive a diagnosis at around 40 or 50 years old, at least...