Louise Morales-Brown

London

Freelance Writer at Medical News Today

PhD student and Type 1 Diabetic. Bouncing between Social Research, User Research, and Freelance Writing. Always curious 🤔

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Definition, types, and more

3 weeks ago | medicalnewstoday.com | Louise Morales-Brown

Emphysematous changes refer to changes that may occur in the lungs as emphysema progresses and are visible on a CT scan. This may include changes in location or the type of damage in the lungs due to emphysema. Emphysema describes a type of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It occurs when the tiny air sacs of the lungs, known as the alveoli, sustain damage or stretch.
Definition, treatment, and more

1 month ago | medicalnewstoday.com | Louise Morales-Brown

A posterior pelvic tilt refers to when the pelvis tilts too far backwards. This causes the buttocks to tuck in and tilt the hips upward, which can result in pain in the back, hips, buttocks, or thighs. A pelvic tilt describes the position of the pelvis in relation to the rest of the body. A person can experience postural problems with the pelvis when it tilts forward, known as an anterior pelvic tilt, or when it tilts backwards, known as a posterior pelvic tilt.
Benefits, risks, and more

1 month ago | medicalnewstoday.com | Louise Morales-Brown

Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD) is a coenzyme that plays a key role in many biological processes. More research is necessary, but some studies suggest that NAD may help reduce the risk of aging-related diseases. NAD is an essential enzyme that has a role in many important cell functions, such as energy metabolism, DNA repair, and cellular health.
Link, symptoms, and more

1 month ago | medicalnewstoday.com | Louise Morales-Brown

Alogia describes a reduction in speech and a difficulty expressing thoughts verbally. It is a common negative symptom of schizophrenia, which is a mental health condition that can disrupt thought and emotional expression. Schizophrenia is a mental health condition that can cause a variety of symptoms. Healthcare professionals may categorize these symptoms into positive and negative symptoms. A positive symptom describes additional, new experiences or behaviors.
Work-related musculoskeletal disorders: Types and more

2 months ago | medicalnewstoday.com | Louise Morales-Brown

Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) are conditions that affect muscles, bones, and joints and occur in the workplace. Implementing workplace controls can help reduce the risk of WMSDs. The musculoskeletal system describes the structures, such as muscles and bones, that give the body its basic structure, posture, and ability to move. Musculoskeletal injuries are common conditions that typically result in pain and affect a person’s ability to move and work.
How it works and more

Mar 30, 2025 | medicalnewstoday.com | Louise Morales-Brown

Phototherapy is a treatment option for the seasonal depression that people may experience during winter. It involves using a special lamp to simulate sunlight that is typically missing in the darker winter months. Seasonal depression, also known as major depressive disorder with a seasonal pattern, is a type of depression that occurs seasonally. It was previously known as seasonal affective disorder (SAD).
Antibiotics and more

Mar 14, 2025 | medicalnewstoday.com | Louise Morales-Brown

Treatment for hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) varies depending on the condition’s severity. Early HS can be manageable with medication, while more severe cases may require both medication and surgery. HS, also known as acne inversa, is a chronic skin condition that causes inflammation in areas of skin that rub together and contain sweat glands, such as the armpits and groin. The condition occurs when there is a blockage in the hair follicles, causing painful, boil-like lumps to form under the skin.
Does Medicare cover Basaglar?

Feb 3, 2025 | medicalnewstoday.com | Louise Morales-Brown

Basaglar is a long-acting insulin that may be available through Medicare Part D. If a person’s drug plan includes Basaglar, the plan cannot charge more than $35 per month. Basaglar is a brand-name prescription drug that can help people with diabetes manage their blood sugar levels. It contains the active drug insulin glargine, a long-acting form of insulin.
Does Medicare cover deviated septum surgery?

Jan 31, 2025 | medicalnewstoday.com | Louise Morales-Brown

In some cases, Medicare may partially cover the costs of a septoplasty procedure through Medicare Part A or Part B. However, a doctor must consider the operation medically necessary. Medicare refers to federal health insurance that provides health-related services to specific individuals in the United States. It consists of parts A, B, C, and D. These parts provide coverage for different health services.
Understanding Experiences of Diabetes Distress: A Systematic Review and Thematic Synthesis

Nov 14, 2024 | onlinelibrary.wiley.com | Louise Morales-Brown |Guillermo Perez Algorta |Yakubu Salifu

1. Introduction Diabetes distress, diabetes-related distress, and diabetes-specific distress are terms that describe feelings of frustration and worry that often accompany living with and managing diabetes mellitus [1]. Although a person experiencing diabetes distress may demonstrate depressive and anxious symptoms, diabetes distress is not considered a psychiatric illness but a stress response to living with the condition [2].