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Anatomy Of Illness

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This podcast is for anyone who wants to delve into medical conditions, their history, the diagnostic process, symptoms, and where to find support.
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Colour Blindness: Have you ever wondered what the world looks like through the eyes of someone with colour blindness? From vibrant reds to soothing greens, our perception of colour shapes everything around us. But what happens when that vivid spectrum fades? What if the beautiful colors of a sunset or the vibrant hues of a blooming garden were all a mystery to you? Colour blindness affects millions, reshaping their perception of the world in profound ways. But what actually causes it? What are the different types of colour blindness? And how do we actually test for the condition? Join us as we embark on an exciting journey through the captivating history of colour blindness. We’ll explore the various types and the genetics that govern this condition, revealing the surprising inheritance patterns that shape how we see (or don’t see) colour. But that’s not all—prepare to discover alternative causes of colour vision issues that may surprise you! Tune in to learn more!

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Resources:

Natasha Caudill (instagram): https://www.instagram.com/natashacaudill?igsh=dnJseW1nM3J1NG45

References:

https://www.nei.nih.gov/learn-about-eye-health/eye-conditions-and-diseases/color-blindness/causes-color-vision-deficiency

https://bondeye.com/advancements-color-blindness/

https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/science.7863342

https://blog.sciencemuseum.org.uk/colour-blindness-on-the-move-a-brief-literary-and-cultural-history/

https://www.colourblindawareness.org/colour-blindness/causes-of-colour-blindness/inherited-colour-vision-deficiency/

https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/condition/color-vision-deficiency/

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/poor-color-vision/symptoms-causes/syc-20354988

https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/condition/achromatopsia/

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/11604-color-blindness

https://www.colorblindguide.com/post/famous-colorblind-people-of-our-time

https://enchroma.com/blogs/beyond-color/interesting-facts-about-color-blindness

*This podcast is for entertainment purposes only. If you suspect you have a medical condition, please seek out an opinion of a medical professional.*

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Rheumatoid Arthritis: What exactly is rheumatoid arthritis? How does it impact the lives of millions? And how do we treat it? In this episode, we will explore the history of rheumatoid arthritis, unravel its causes, and how we diagnose it. Tune in to learn more!

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Resources:

Arthritis Foundation (US): https://www.arthritis.org/

National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society (UK): https://nras.org.uk/

Arthritis Australia: https://arthritisaustralia.com.au/

References:

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3119866/

https://www.news-medical.net/health/Rheumatoid-Arthritis-History.aspx

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11327245/

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/318642

https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/1756-185X.12823

https://www.the-rheumatologist.org/article/a-short-history-of-ra-therapeutics/

https://www.healio.com/news/rheumatology/20191212/the-not-so-golden-age-of-rheumatology-treatment

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/rheumatoid-arthritis/symptoms-causes/syc-20353648

https://www.arthritis.org/diseases/rheumatoid-arthritis

https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/rheumatoid-arthritis

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/rheumatoid-arthritis/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20353653

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/disease-modifying-antirheumatic-drugs-dmards

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/biologics-biologic-medicine

https://www.everydayhealth.com/rheumatoid-arthritis/living-with/celebrities-with-rheumatoid-arthritis/

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3721954/

https://muscha.org/characters-with-msk/

https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20181011005989/en/Chugai-Releases-Disease-Awareness-Anime-about-Rheumatoid-Arthritis-in-Multiple-Languages-Emphasizing-Importance-of-Early-DetectionTreatment-and-Care-by-Specialists

https://the-good-doctor.fandom.com/wiki/Morgan_Reznick

https://www.bidmc.org/about-bidmc/wellness-insights/bones-and-joints/2018/08/fun-facts-about-bones-and-joints

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Anatomy Of Illness - Episode 45: Porphyria - The Origin of Vampires
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12/26/24 • 18 min

Porphyria: often referred to as the “vampire disease.” What causes the unusual reactions in the body? What are the symptoms, and how do they affect daily life? In this episode, we'll discuss the history and details surrounding this condition. We’ll cover the various types of porphyria and their specific traits. Join us for an informative look at this fascinating condition. Don’t miss out—tune in to learn more about porphyria!

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Resources:

American Porphyria Foundation: https://porphyriafoundation.org/

British Porphyria Association: http://porphyria.org.uk/

Porphyria Association Australia: https://www.porphyria-australia.org/

Two of Me: Living with Porphyria (short documentary): https://www.porphyria.com/patient-stories/documentary

References:

https://porphyriafoundation.org/for-patients/about-porphyria/history-of-porphyria/

https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/born-to-the-purple-the-st/

https://www.queensu.ca/gazette/stories/vampire-myths-originated-real-blood-disorder

https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/liv.15960

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4953321/

https://www.drugs.com/npp/gentian.html

https://www.webmd.com/digestive-disorders/gallstones

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/23271-barbiturates

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/porphyria/symptoms-causes/syc-20356066

https://porphyriafoundation.org/for-patients/types-of-porphyria/

https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/porphyria

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17760-porphyria

https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/liver-disease/porphyria

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/porphyria/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20356072

https://www.criver.com/eureka/of-vampires-and-villains-and-those-who-are-not

https://www.jstor.org/stable/43895080

https://chicagomed.fandom.com/wiki/Inheritance

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/24112-acute-hepatic-porphyria

https://www.brownhealth.org/centers-services/hematologic-malignancies-center-hematology-and-oncology/facts-about-blood

*This podcast is for entertainment purposes only. If you suspect you have a medical condition, please seek out an opinion of a medical professional.*

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Anatomy Of Illness - Episode 31: Osteogenesis Imperfecta - A Mistaken Mummy
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09/19/24 • 10 min

Osteogenesis Imperfecta: What are the symptoms? How is it treated? What causes it? In this episode, we will explore the history of osteogenesis imperfecta, why it's known as brittle bone disease, and the different types of the condition. Tune in to learn more.

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Resources:

Unbreakable: https://www.oiaustralia.org.au/press-releases/unbreakable-short-documentary/

Osteogenesis Imperfecta Foundation (US): https://oif.org/

Brittle Bone Society (UK): https://www.brittlebone.org/

Osteogenesis Imperfecta society of Australia: https://www.oiaustralia.org.au/

References:

https://medievalbritain.com/type/medieval-life/torture-devices/the-wheel/

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0940960202800231

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17970442/

https://pubs.rsna.org/doi/abs/10.1148/40.2.145#:~:text=Abstract,had%20appeared%20in%20the%20literature.

https://www.medieval-life-and-times.info/medieval-torture-and-punishment/catherine-wheel.htm

https://oif.org/informationcenter/about-oi/

https://www.britannica.com/biography/Ivar-the-Boneless

https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/gene/col1a1/

https://www.bbcbonehealth.org/osteogenesis-imperfecta

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK536957/

https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/medicine-and-dentistry/procollagen

https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-022-31686-6

https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/condition/osteogenesis-imperfecta/

https://rarediseases.org/rare-diseases/osteogenesis-imperfecta/

https://radiopaedia.org/articles/coxa-vara

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33616798/

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/osteogenesis-imperfecta-brittle-bone-disease

https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/osteogenesis-imperfecta

https://www.physio-pedia.com/Osteogenesis_Imperfecta

https://www.disabled-world.com/disability/awareness/famous/oi.php

https://www.gold.ac.uk/honorands/nabil-shaban/

http://www.screenonline.org.uk/people/id/589316/index.html

https://www.netflix.com/tudum/articles/movies-shows-with-disabled-characters

https://www.goodreads.com/shelf/show/osteogenesis-imperfecta

https://www.healthline.com/health/fun-facts-about-the-skeletal-system

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hearing-loss/in-depth/ear-infections/art-20546801

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Migraines: What causes them? How long do they last? What are the stages? In this episode, we will discuss the history of migraines, the symptoms that are often seen and some of the current treatment options. Tune in to learn more!

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Resources:

National Headache Foundation (US): https://headaches.org/

Migraine Trust (UK): https://migrainetrust.org/

Migraine Australia: https://www.migraine.org.au/

References:

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8904749/#s3

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/migraine-headache/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20360207

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/migraine-headache/symptoms-causes/syc-20360201

https://www.webmd.com/migraines-headaches/ss/slideshow-celebrity-migraines

https://www.migraineagain.com/6-migraine-books-worth-reading-this-season/

https://headacheaustralia.org.au/what-is-headache/history-of-headache/

https://brainfoundation.org.au/disorders/migraine/

*This podcast is for entertainment purposes only. If you suspect you have a medical condition, please seek out an opinion of a medical professional.*

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Anatomy Of Illness - Episode 46: Alzheimer’s Disease - The Tale of Two
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01/02/25 • 15 min

Alzheimer's Disease: a profound journey into the human mind, a story filled with both hope and heartache. What is it? What are the symptoms? How do we treat it? And why should you care? In this episode, we will explore the history of Alzheimer's disease, including the story behind its name, how we diagnose it, and some potential risk factors for developing the condition. Tune in to learn more!

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Resources:

Alzheimer’s Foundation of America: https://alzfdn.org/

Alzheimer’s Society (UK): https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/

Alzheimer's Research Australia: https://alzheimersresearch.org.au/

SAGE test information: https://www.verywellhealth.com/sage-at-home-dementia-test-98644

References:

https://alzheimer.ca/en/about-dementia/what-alzheimers-disease/history-behind-alzheimers-disease

https://www.brightfocus.org/alzheimers/article/history-alzheimers-disease

https://www.nature.com/immersive/alzheimers-disease-history/index.html

https://www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/research_progress/milestones

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/alzheimers-disease/symptoms-causes/syc-20350447

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/9164-alzheimers-disease

https://www.dementia.org.au/living-dementia/home-life/eating

https://www.verywellhealth.com/famous-people-with-alzheimers-98082

https://brevardalz.org/alzheimers-info/famous-people-with-dementia/

https://www.mobility-plus.co.uk/blog/dementia/films-alzheimers/

https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/allinthemind/lisa-genova-still-alice-alzheimers-huntingtons/7218532

https://www.nm.org/healthbeat/healthy-tips/11-fun-facts-about-your-brain

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Anatomy Of Illness - Episode 24: Retinitis Pigmentosa - Morbus Arianus
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08/01/24 • 12 min

Retinitis Pigmentosa: What causes it? Do we have a cure or treatment for it? What are the symptoms of it? In this episode, we will explore the causes, symptoms, and delve into the history of the condition. We will also discuss how it is diagnosed and take a brief look into blindness.

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Molly Burke (Instagram): https://www.instagram.com/mollyburkeofficial?igsh=MTB5cWQybzdleHR5Ng==

Molly Burke (YouTube): https://youtube.com/@mollyburkeofficial?si=C6m4GPQ64-lq8Q6x

Fighting Blindness Foundation (US): https://www.fightingblindness.org/

Retina UK: https://retinauk.org.uk/

Macular Disease Foundation Australia:https://www.mdfoundation.com.au/about-macular-disease/other-macular-conditions/retinitis-pigmentosa/

References:

https://link.springer.com/protocol/10.1007/978-1-0716-2651-1_1

https://www.nei.nih.gov/learn-about-eye-health/eye-conditions-and-diseases/retinitis-pigmentosa

https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/retinitis-pigmentosa

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3131731/

https://discoveryeye.org/famous-people-with-vision-loss-part-i/

https://www.aao.org/eye-health/news/celebrities-chronic-eye-diseases

https://discoveryeye.org/famous-people-with-vision-loss-part-ii/

https://www.envisionus.com/blog/all-the-light-we-cannot-see-bringing-authenticity-to-the-portrayal-of-blindness

https://www.1800contacts.com/eyesociety/blindness-is-a-spectrum

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3630652/

https://www.ami.ca/new-films-starring-characters-disabilities

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/20482713-what-milo-saw

https://www.alibris.com/search/books/subject/Retinitis-pigmentosa

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17429-retinitis-pigmentosa

https://eyewiki.aao.org/Voretigene_neparvovec-rzyl_(Luxturna%E2%84%A2)

https://www.afb.org/aw/16/2/15488

https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2019/jul/12/be-my-eyes-app-blind-people-helpers

https://www.visionaustralia.org/news/top-10-assistive-tech-for-patients

https://www.letsenvision.com/blog/top-5-assistive-technology-devices-for-people-who-are-blind-or-have-low-vision-2023

https://guidedogs.com.au/vision-services/dog-services/guide-dog-mobility/

https://opto.ca/eye-health-library/fun-eye-facts

https://www.washington.edu/news/2005/02/14/murder-case-research-shows-why-its-easier-to-identify-someone-close-than-far-away/#:~:text=The%20greater%20the%20distance%20the,just%20as%20one%20...

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Scoliosis, what is it? An age old question that we have been trying to solve for centuries. Because of this, we have centuries of scoliosis medical devices, such as bracing or old exercise devices, with good intent but not always good results. Tune into this week's episode to find out about what we currently know about Scoliosis and how we currently treat it.

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If you’re interested in books about scoliosis and the National Spine Foundation:

https://spinehealth.org/article/scoliosis-books-5-reads-for-young-people/

https://nationalscoliosiscenter.com/blog/scoliosis-insights/scoliosis-books/

If you’re interested in “Bent but Not Broken” and The Paige Fraser Foundation:

https://thepaigefraserfoundation.org/what-we-do/dance/bent-but-not-broken-film.html#:~:text=In%20the%20film%20%E2%80%9CBent%20but,it%20made%20on%20her%20life.

If you’re interested in Scoliosis Australia:

https://www.scoliosis-australia.org/

If you’re interested in the Children’s Scoliosis Foundation:

https://www.childrensscoliosisfoundation.org/

References:

https://www.rcpe.ac.uk/sites/default/files/butler_2.pdf

https://www.britannica.com/biography/Richard-III-king-of-England

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3566253/

https://www.hudsonvalleyscoliosis.com/what-is-scoliosis/history/

https://www.med.uni-wuerzburg.de/en/orthopaedie/chair-of-orthopedic-and-orthopedic-clinic-koenig-ludwig-haus/background-history/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2565620/

https://www.srs.org/Patients/Diagnosis-And-Treatment/Diagnosing-Scoliosis#:~:text=When%20the%20patient%20is%20examined,frequent%20screening%20test%20for%20scoliosis.

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/scoliosis/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20350721

https://www.hudsonvalleyscoliosis.com/celebrities-scoliosis/usain-bolt/

https://www.hudsonvalleyscoliosis.com/celebrities-scoliosis/liza-minnelli/

https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/scoliosis

*This podcast is for entertainment purposes only. If you suspect you have a medical condition, please seek out an opinion of a medical professional.*

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Anatomy Of Illness - Episode 56: Klinefelter Syndrome - Let’s talk about X
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03/13/25 • 10 min

Klinefelter Syndrome: Have you ever wondered about the nuances of genetic conditions that often fly under the radar? What is it? What are the symptoms? What causes it? Explore its fascinating history, discover the symptoms, and learn about the effective treatment and management options available. You might be surprised by just how common this condition is. Tune in to learn more!

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Resources:

People with Klinefelter Syndrome: https://livingwithxxy.org/blog/

American association For X and Y chromosome variations: https://genetic.org/

Klinefelter Syndrome Association (UK): https://www.ksa-uk.net/

References:

https://www.anu.edu.au/news/all-news/oldest-case-of-a-rare-genetic-condition-discovered

https://www.nichd.nih.gov/health/topics/klinefelter/conditioninfo

https://www.fertstert.org/article/S0015-0282(12)00654-1/pdf

https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/gynaecomastia

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/15441-azoospermia

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/klinefelter-syndrome/symptoms-causes/syc-20353949

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/21116-klinefelter-syndrome

https://sangerinstitute.blog/2022/05/17/six-unbelievable-things-you-probably-didnt-know-about-dna/

https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/amniocentesis/about/pac-20392914

https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/condition/klinefelter-syndrome/

*This podcast is for entertainment purposes only. If you suspect you have a medical condition, please seek out an opinion of a medical professional.*

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