Kevin Henderson

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• The Most Common Misconceptions About Multiple Sclerosis

  What is multiple sclerosis (MS)?Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a complex disease, which affects the central nervous system, which is made up of the brain and spinal cord along with optic nerves. Multiple sclerosis is not a terminal illness but a lifelong medical condition. Moreover, MS is neither...

• 11 Types of People Nurses Most Likely Encounter on the Job

  In any field of work, whether it be in manufacturing or medicine, people are often met with an eclectic mix of characters. When one spends enough time in one occupation, it is not odd to discover the mannerisms and habits of their co-workers. Getting to know the people they are working with could be...

• IBS Risk Factors

  Risk Factors for Irritable Bowel Syndrome A fairly common gastrointestinal disorder, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), is often characterized by symptoms like abdominal pain, cramping, constipation, diarrhea, nausea and in some cases back pain. A large number of adults experience irritable bowel...

• Famous 'Alien' Scene Was Inspired by Crohn's

  Inflammatory bowel disease is not a well-represented condition in film and movie industry. However, one of the most horrifying scenes known to the science fiction film community is a scene from the movie Alien. It's called the "chestburster" scene, during which an alien punches itself out of John...

• Lactose Intolerance: Get the Facts

  Lactose intolerance is a digestive problem where the body cannot digest the lactose present in milk and dairy products. Lactose is naturally occurring sugar found in dairy products. It is the main carbohydrate found in all types of milk.In a very small number of cases the production of lactase may...

• Autism and 'The Good Doctor': Is it Accurate?

  ABC's new hit show has taken television by storm with its dynamic character of Shaun Murphy, who is an autistic surgeon. However, many wonder: Does the show paint an accurate picture?Only one viewWhile it is great that there are more shows than ever before that have characters on the autism spectrum...