Eczema is a medical condition in which areas of skin become inflamed, rough, and blistered, causing itching and bleeding. This disorder is also referred to as atopic dermatitis. In the United States, eczema affects 10% of African Americans, 11% of whites, 13% of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, and 13% of Native Americans. Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, is…
The term “metabolic syndrome” is mentioned and you immediately wonder: What is metabolic syndrome? “Metabolic syndrome, also known as insulin resistance syndrome or syndrome X, is a combination of several conditions that — together — increase a person’s risk of developing diabetes and heart disease,” says Dr. Karla Saint Andre, an endocrinologist at Houston Methodist. Its prevalence is increasing worldwide,…