Conditions

Although not a recognized term in medicine, Andropause is another term for the age-related decline of Testosterone in men. Andropause is not as dramatic as menopause in women and symptoms are often more subtle. 

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) is a complex disorder defined as fatigue lasting longer than six months and cannot be explained by an underlying health condition nor alleviated with rest. 

Hashimoto’s thyroiditis is an autoimmune disease where the immune system mounts an attack on the thyroid gland resulting in a slow destruction of the gland over time.

The thyroid is a small, butterfly shaped gland in the front of the neck, just below the thyroid cartilage or Adam’s apple. Thyroid hormone is initiated by Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) from the pituitary gland, to request the production of the two principal thyroid hormones.

As of 2021, 24% of adults have been diagnosed with Arthritis making it the leading cause of disability in the United states. This condition occurs as inflammation increases, the fluid in the joint decreases and the cartilage between bones begins to break down.

Lyme disease is an illness most frequently caused by ticks infected with a spiral-shaped bacteria (spirochete) known as Borrelia Burgdorferi. Borrelia, like many organisms, undergoes constant mutation creating new strains. Although it is most commonly known that ticks are the main vector for Lyme disease, researchers have discovered Borrelia in other insects.

Menopause naturally occurs in middle aged women when the ovaries begin making less estrogen and progesterone which leads to a permanent end of menstruation and fertility. The child rearing responsibilities are gone and a perfect time to focus on yourself. 

When a building has experienced water damage, mold growth will occur in the structure within 72 hours. This growth may or may not be visible nor have an odor. Some individuals become very ill from mold toxins, also known as mycotoxins, which are poisons to the body.

Premenstrual syndrome is a hormonal disorder that is characterized by monthly recurrence of physical and psychological symptoms that can begin up to 2 weeks prior to the menstrual cycle. Nearly 75% of women experience some level of Premenstrual syndrome (PMS). The symptoms are more common between the twenties and early forties. 

Trauma refers to a psychological or emotional response to an event or experience that is deeply distressing or disturbing, and that overwhelms an individual’s ability to cope with it. Trauma can result from a wide range of experiences, including natural disasters, accidents, physical or emotional abuse, neglect, or violence.