Key Highlights of Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) Guillain-Barré syndrome is a rare but serious condition in which the immune system attacks nerves. It often occurs after infections like Campylobacter jejuni, which are usually linked to food poisoning. It can cause paralysis of the limbs and muscles of respiration and can cause life-threatening complications requiring ventilator support. Up to…

Highlights on Cushing’s Syndrome Cushing’s syndrome is a hormonal disorder caused by excessive cortisol in the body, with the most common cause being prolonged use of corticosteroids. The two tell-tale signs are moon face and buffalo hump, which arise due to fat redistribution caused by high cortisol levels. Cushing’s syndrome can cause mood swings, irritability,…

Key Highlights Irritable Bowel Syndrome(IBS) is one of the most commonly diagnosed gastrointestinal diseases and is seen in 10% to 15% of people in the United States. Symptoms of IBS include recurring abdominal cramping, changes in bowel habits, and variations in stool consistency (diarrhea, constipation, or both). There is no definitive blood or imaging test to…

What is Down Syndrome? Down syndrome, also known as Trisomy 21, is a genetic condition that occurs when a baby is born with an extra copy of chromosome 21. Chromosomes are thread-like structures that carry our genetic information or DNA. Typically, a baby has 46 chromosomes in each cell, but babies with Down syndrome have…