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Health Conditions

  • ADD/ADHD

    Are you an adult living with ADD or ADHD? Or maybe you're the parent of an ADD/ADHD child looking for coping strategies and education methods. Join others here to share your struggles and stories, offer tips, and get support from others like you.

  • Allergies

    Struggling with allergies? From pollen and mold to insects or food, no one understands your struggle to live free of symptoms more than a fellow allergy sufferer. Join in and share your daily challenges, tips, and advice with other members.

  • Arthritis

    Struggling with osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis? Working toward a diagnosis? Trying to decide on joint-replacement surgery? Compare notes on medications, joint replacement options, recovery, risks, alternatives, and more with others here.

  • Asthma

    Living with asthma is a challenge. Whether you need help managing your medication, coping with wheezing, identifying your triggers, or raising a child with asthma, you aren't alone. Join others like you to share support.

  • Brain & Nervous System Disorders

    Whether you have just been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, Epilepsy, or Parkinson's disease, are living with a brain and nervous system disorder, or are caring for someone who is, this is a place to come ask questions and find support.

  • Cancer

    Cancer is a life-changing disease. Whether you have just been diagnosed, are living with cancer, or caring for someone who is going through treatment, this is a place to get guidance as well as help and support from other members like you.

  • Diabetes

    If you're living with type 1 or type 2 diabetes you are sure to have many concerns. Whether you're still seeking diagnosis or checking out your treatment options, members are here to offer personal advice and encouragement.

  • Digestive Health

    Do you suffer from heartburn or GERD? Live with IBS? Or maybe you struggle with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis? Regardless of your digestive disorder, you can reach out for the help and support you need from other members here.

  • Ear, Nose & Throat

    Sniffles, sneezes, sore throats, throbbing ears, weepy eyes, aches and pains ... is it just a cold or something worse? From sinusitis to strep throat and from ear infections to full-blown flu, get helpful guidance from other members here.

  • Eye Health

    Looking for information on eye problems and eye health? Find answers, feedback and support on everything from contacts to cataracts here.

  • Fibromyalgia

    Whether you're going through the frustrating process of diagnosis or learning to live day-to-day with the medications, the pain, and the "fibro fog", talk with others who know what you're going through here.

  • Heart Health

    Have you been diagnosed with heart disease or heart failure? Or are you concerned about your heart health? Connect with others here to discuss everything from diagnosis and treatment to getting back on track with a heart-healthy lifestyle.

  • Hepatitis C

    Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with hepatitis C? Join in and share your experiences, treatments, and health concerns with others who know exactly what you are experiencing, and get the member support you need to live healthier with hepatitis.

  • HIV/AIDS

    Do you have questions or concerns about HIV? Have you been diagnosed with HIV or AIDS? Join others in honest discussion on topics that range from preventing the spread of the virus to day-to-day living with the disease.

  • Kidney Disorders

    Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with a kidney disorder? From kidney stones to kidney disease to end-stage renal failure, get the support and information you need from other members here.

  • Lupus

    Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with lupus or think you may have the condition? Get support and information on diagnosis, treatment, and complications of this perplexing condition from others in the know.

  • Mental Health

    Are you living with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, or an eating disorder? Are you a survivor of abuse or engage in self-harm as a way to deal with emotional pain? This is a safe place to share your experiences and find support.

  • Multiple Sclerosis

    Multiple sclerosis is a mysterious, often frustrating disease. Who better to talk to than those who know what you're going through? Discuss the important issues and get helpful feedback from other members with multiple sclerosis.

  • Oral Health

    From fillings to dentures, dental problems can make you stressed and poke a sizeable hole in your pocketbook. Drop by here to talk with other members about dental procedures, finding the right dentist, insurance issues, and more.

  • Osteoporosis

    Often called the "silent thief," osteoporosis steals bone material as you age. Join in and share your experience on how to prevent or cope with osteoporosis using diet, medication, supplements, and exercise.

  • Pain Management

    Living with chronic pain can wear you down. No matter how hard you try, you may not feel like yourself. Join in here to talk with other members about the latest conventional and alternative treatments as well as coping techniques to manage pain.

  • Sexual Health & STDs

    Are you looking for straight talk about sex or STDs in a safe, friendly environment? You've come to the right place. Join in the discussions here for answers to your questions, information about specific STDs, understanding, and support.

  • Sleep

    Are you, a partner, or child tossing and turning before you fall asleep? Tired when awake? Restful sleep can be elusive if you suffer from a sleep disorder. Get help from and compare notes with other members here, then get some rest!

  • Stroke

    More than a half million Americans suffer strokes each year. Have you, a friend, or family member suffered one? Share your experiences and get support from other members.

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