A few days ago, I saw a post on Bluesky that made me chuckle … and then it made me think. Originally posted by @ONeillJones on another platform and reshared by @chronicillness.bsky.social (known as Chronic Illness Humor), it posed a simple question: “Y’all think there are vampires that eat…
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Higher, daily exposure to microorganisms during childhood is significantly associated with an increased chance of developing sarcoidosis in adulthood, according to a study in Japan. Among the risk factors identified are attending nursing school and using well water. A smoking history during adulthood was also significantly linked to a…
The Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research (FSR) has awarded $450,000 to three scientists to support research projects related to sarcoidosis diagnosis, treatment, and care. This funding comes through FSR’s Early Career Fellowship Grant, which is designed to provide scientists early in their career with resources for advancing sarcoidosis research.
“When did the pain start?” That’s a fairly straightforward question with an uncomplicated answer for most people: “I fell last Thursday and hurt my knee.” “I was helping a friend move over the weekend and tweaked my back.” “I ate something funky last night, and my stomach’s been hurting ever…
Sinonasal sarcoidosis, when the disease affects the nasal cavity and the surrounding air-filled cavities called the sinuses, mainly affects women and manifests as nasal obstruction, according to a review study. More than half of people with sinonasal sarcoidosis experience symptom lessening after treatment with medications and/or surgery. “Prompt…
The Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research (FSR) has launched an enhanced version of its patient registry, FSR-SARC, to help maximize the impact of patient participation in research. “Now in its tenth year, the Registry has been one of our most powerful tools to elevate patient voices in the advancement of…
Last week, my husband and I took a road trip to see the Yankees play the Reds in Cincinnati, checking another stadium off our bucket list. We went out for brunch before the game and had a nice chat with our waitress, mostly admiring each other’s tattoos. The food, our…
A new study from researchers in Turkey suggests that a ratio taking into account the amount of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) and of lymphocytes, a type of white blood cell — a ratio elevated in patients with recurrent disease after stopping treatment — is a potential biomarker for people with…
This month, I watched the 78th annual Tony Awards, looking forward to performances from the year’s top shows. I’m always hoping to see my new favorites recognized and get ideas for what to attend next. This year’s awards show was extra special, featuring a reunion and medley from the original…