Alopecia: complete guide to causes, types and the effect of genetics
Alopecia is one of the most common concerns in today's population, affecting approximately 40% of people over the age of 35 in Spain alone. This condition, which manifests as hair loss or partial hair loss, can have a significant impact on both men and women. Baldness does not [...]
Hodgkin's lymphoma: everything you need to know about its genetic predisposition
Hodgkin's lymphoma represents one of the most studied hematological cancers in the field of medical genetics. With a worldwide incidence of 0.001%, this disease of the lymphatic system has gained special relevance due to recent advances in the understanding of its genetic and hereditary basis. What is Hodgkin's lymphoma? The [...]
Factor V Leiden: what you should know about this hereditary thrombophilia
Did you know that factor V Leiden is a type of inherited thrombophilia present in approximately 2% of the population? What is factor V Leiden and how is it related to thrombophilias? Thrombophilia is a condition in which the blood has an increased tendency to form clots, even when there are no [...]
Hashimoto's Thyroiditis
Hashimoto's thyroiditis is an autoimmune disease and one of the leading causes of hypothyroidism in the world. In this disorder, the immune system mistakenly attacks the thyroid gland, affecting its ability to produce essential hormones for metabolism. Below, we explore in detail what it is, its symptoms, its prevalence and its [...]
Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system, damaging the myelin sheaths that cover neurons. This damage, caused by inflammatory processes, interferes with the transmission of nerve impulses, slowing them down or blocking them completely. Myelin plays an essential role in the conduction of electrical impulses in the brain.
Chronotype and Genetics: How Our Genes Influence Our Biological Clock
Circadian rhythms are fundamental cyclical processes that occur in most living organisms, including humans. Circadian rhythm refers to an underlying 24-hour physiological cycle that occurs in most living organisms. In humans, there are clear daily cyclic patterns in body temperature [...]
How much do genetics affect the development of pulmonary embolism?
Pulmonary embolism is a serious medical condition that occurs when one or more arteries in the lungs become blocked by a blood clot. These clots usually originate in other parts of the body and travel through the bloodstream to the lungs. Pulmonary embolism can reduce or completely block the flow of blood to the lungs.
What are autoimmune diseases?
Autoimmune diseases are conditions in which the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy cells and tissues in the body, mistaking them for pathogens such as viruses or bacteria. This malfunction can cause a wide variety of symptoms and affect any part of the body. In this article we will talk about the characteristics, causes, factors and [...]
Mental health and genetics
Mental health refers to a person's psychological and emotional state. It involves the ability to handle daily demands and challenges, form healthy interpersonal relationships, and make constructive decisions. In contemporary society, the importance of mental health has gained recognition, highlighting the need to understand and address conditions such as anxiety. [...]
Does baldness depend on genetics?
Baldness is a common concern for many people, affecting approximately 40% of the Spanish population over the age of 35. One of the most important questions for many is whether going bald depends on genes. In this article, we will explore the relationship between genetics and common baldness, also known as alopecia [...]