Every year on February 28, or February 29 in leap years, the world comes together to observe Rare Disease Day, a global awareness campaign dedicated to the millions of people living with rare diseases. While each rare disease may affect only a small number of individuals, together they represent a vast, often overlooked population facing…
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In the few months prior to my November 2025 check-in mammogram and ultrasound scans, there were signs both within my body and externally in the world. Thankfully, I have been having regular mammograms and ultrasound scans on said breasts for years due to previous medical issues, deep implanted endometriosis throughout my body, and other chronic…
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A diagnosis of triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) can feel especially overwhelming. The name alone sounds harsher, colder. As if something has been taken away before the fight even begins. But knowledge is power, and life with TNBC is not defined solely by what it lacks. Many people live full, purposeful, and even joyful lives while…
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There is a uniquely painful space in the world of medicine: the period between a scan revealing something “suspicious” and the biopsy that will confirm or rule out cancer. For many patients, these days or weeks feel like an emotional free-fall. A time when life is still technically “normal,” but the mind has already stepped…
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Chronic illness, especially life-altering conditions like cancer or progressive diseases (such as multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, or ALS), can deeply affect not just the body, but also the emotional and physical closeness shared between partners. The “spark” that once fueled passion, romance, and connection can become dimmed under the weight of medical challenges, emotional strain,…
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Chronic pain affects more than just the body, it reaches into nearly every corner of a person’s life, including their relationships and sexuality. For many, living with constant pain means coping not only with physical discomfort but also with the emotional, relational, and sexual challenges that come with it. Understanding how chronic pain influences intimacy…
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Atrophic vaginitis, also known as genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM), is a condition that occurs when estrogen levels decline, leading to thinning, drying, and inflammation of the vaginal tissues. It most commonly affects women during and after menopause but can also occur after childbirth, during breastfeeding, or following certain medical treatments that reduce estrogen levels.…
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Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects millions of people worldwide, altering the body’s ability to process glucose and maintain balanced blood sugar levels. While much of the conversation around diabetes focuses on managing diet, medication, and complications like neuropathy or cardiovascular disease, one of the lesser-discussed impacts is how diabetes can hinder intimacy and…
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