Health Conditions

Can Birth Control Pills Increase Your Lupus Risk?

(BlackDoctor.org) -- A new study shows the increased risk of lupus could be found in birth control pills with higher doses. "Women who take ... Read More

Minority Women & Lupus: Why They're Impacted More

(BlackDoctor.org) -- There is an urgent need for more education and research to address the fact that minority women are disproportionately ... Read More

The Many Faces Of Lupus

"Medical students are often told 'Know lupus and you know medicine,'" says Dr. Daniel Wallace, rheumatologist, in his book The Lupus Book. ... Read More

Kidney Disease Could Be More Fatal For Children With Lupus

(BlackDoctor.org) -- Children and adults with kidney disease caused by the autoimmune disease lupus have a higher risk of death than those ... Read More

How To Cope With Type I Diabetes

(BlackDoctor.org) -- Type 1 diabetes may not be as common as type 2 diabetes, but it does not mean that this should not be given the same ... Read More

What's The Problem: The Sinuses Or The Nose?

(BlackDoctor.org) -- Since nose issues can often mirror the symptoms of sinus problems, sinuses are often charged with the misdeed when ... Read More

Relieve Arthritis Pain With Alternative Medicine

(BlackDoctor.org) -- The idea of sticking needles in your body as a remedy for pain may seem like it would hurt more than help. But ... Read More

Is Homeopathy Treatment For Me?

(BlackDoctor.org) -- Homeopathy is a form of alternative medicine dating back to the 18th century, and was invented by a German physician ... Read More

What Are Sinus Headaches?

Sinus headaches are associated with a deep and constant pain in the cheekbones, forehead, or bridge of the nose. The pain usually ... Read More

Naturopathy

(BlackDoctor.org) -- Naturopathy is a form of alternative or complementary medicine. This practice is based on the notion that the body has ... Read More

Chlamydia Screenings Declining Among Women

(BlackDoctor.org) -- Less than half of women in the U.S. are being screened for chlamydia, an STD that could lead to infertility. Screening ... Read More