Adults tend to think of childhood as a carefree, happy time. But the truth is that children have always struggled (sometimes silently) with sadness, anxiety, bullying, self-image, loneliness and other issues. In recent years, the COVID-19 pandemic, s…
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Cauda equina syndrome is a serious medical condition involving pressure on the bundle of nerves at the root of the spinal cord. This bundle resembles the tail of a horse, or “cauda equina” in Latin. If not promptly diagnosed and treated, this con…
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Television courtroom dramas have been popular almost as long as television has been around, and for many people, these shows offer their only glimpse into the legal system. When they find themselves in a real-life legal contest, people are often surp…
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If you are looking for a medical malpractice attorney, that means you have probably already had your trust betrayed by a professional—your doctor or other medical provider. The last thing you want is to misplace your confidence again, in an attorne…
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Psychotherapy is a source of healing for millions of people, including many who have experienced abuse, trauma, or dysfunctional relationships in the past. In order for therapy to be effective, a client must be willing to be open and vulnerable with…
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Pregnancy and birth are among the most joyful times in the life of a woman and her family—but they can also be among the most dangerous. While the great majority of pregnancies end happily, with a healthy mother and baby, pregnancy-related deaths a…
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If you have recently been diagnosed with cauda equina syndrome (CES), or you are trying to help a loved one dealing with the diagnosis, it can be a little overwhelming. It’s likely that you don’t know anyone else with the condition; estimates of…
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Having a body, as an older friend wryly observes, is complicated. Bodies can exhibit odd symptoms at any age, and the older we get, the more sudden and severe physical symptoms often tend to be. Sleep wrong and your hand goes numb. Twist the lid off…
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It can happen to anyone: you have a medical procedure, and the outcome is not a good one. The procedure may have been planned or done on an emergency basis; it may have been necessary or elective. Whatever the circumstances, you were almost certainly…
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When you have a headache that just won’t go away, or your mother is experiencing worrisome memory problems, or your spouse is having sudden balance issues, you may find yourself in a neurologist’s office. Neurologists are medical doctors who spec…
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