Maggie Aime, MSN, RN

Acute myelogenous leukemia (AML), also known as acute myeloid leukemia, is a type of cancer that starts in your bone marrow (the soft, spongy tissue inside the bones that makes blood cells). AML is rare, affecting about 4 in 100,000 […]

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) occurs when obsessions (persistent, unwanted thoughts) trigger anxiety, causing you to repeatedly engage in compulsions (specific behaviors) to find relief. These cycles can consume your day and detract from your quality of life. OCD has four main

Atopic dermatitis, a type of eczema, causes dry, itchy, and inflamed skin. After a flare-up, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation can develop, resulting in persistent dark patches.  Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation is common in darker skin tones, which naturally produce more melanin, the pigment that

Atopic dermatitis, the most common form of eczema, can lead to dry, itchy, and inflamed skin. It often comes and goes in flares. Atopic dermatitis affects people of all skin tones, but it doesn’t always look like the red, itchy

Deciding to quit smoking is a big step. While nearly two-thirds of adults who have smoked have managed to quit, it’s rarely easy. As your body begins detoxing, you might experience what some call “smoker’s flu” or “quitter’s flu.” Smoker’s

There are three main bones in the leg. The femur is the long bone in your thigh that connects your hip to your knee; it’s also your body’s longest and strongest bone. There are two bones in your lower leg,

Subcutaneous fat is the fat right under your skin—the kind you can pinch. It keeps you warm and stores energy. Your muscles are beneath, and organs like the liver, kidneys, and intestines (colon) are deeper. Visceral fat is the fat

A broken arm, also known as an arm fracture, occurs when one or more of the bones in your arm crack or break. Broken arms are common and can result from falls, accidents, or sports injuries. Your arm is made

Alcohol poisoning is a life-threatening condition that happens when toxic levels of alcohol cause areas of the brain that control essential functions to shut down. This condition occurs when you drink large amounts of alcohol in a short period. Alcohol

Teeth grinding, medically known as bruxism, is when a person repeatedly grinds, clenches, or rubs their teeth together. With bruxism, the top and bottom teeth scrape against each other with significant force. It can occur while you’re awake or asleep.