Variety of factors increase risk of developing MS
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: What causes multiple sclerosis, or MS, in people who don’t have it in their family? ANSWER: The exact cause of multiple sclerosis isn’t known. But it’s clear that a variety of factors can increase a person’s risk of developing this disease. Along with genetics, those risk factors include age, sex, a medical […]
Eye Spy
Looking into your eyes can reveal chronic health conditions Some time ago in high school, I accompanied my father for his yearly eye exam. It was mostly unremarkable, as I’m sure most teenagers find routine eye exams to be, but one moment stands out. “I can see you’ve had a history of high cholesterol,” said […]
