The Latest from Giddy

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Chronic Conditions
AS and Its Effects on Sexual Function
By James Anderson
Ankylosing spondylitis causes chronic inflammation and pain that can lead to sexual dysfunction.
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Chronic Conditions
Lupus Can Affect Any Part of the Body, Making It Difficult to Diagnose
By Meg Walters
The autoimmune disease affects an estimated 1.5 million Americans, but it is manageable.
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Sex
Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder and Your Sexual Health
By Taneia Surles, M.P.H.
There's no cure for this rare autoimmune disorder, but treatment can inhibit future flare-ups.
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Chronic Conditions
Christina Applegate Uses Humor to Deal With MS
By María Cristina Lalonde
The 'Dead to Me' actor discusses the struggle of her recent diagnosis.
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Pregnancy and Postpartum Life
What Is Antiphospholipid Syndrome and How Can It Affect Pregnancy?
By Edgary Rodríguez R.
Close monitoring is important with this autoimmune disorder.
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Chronic Conditions
Christina Applegate on Her Multiple Sclerosis Diagnosis
By Ashley Valenzuela
The 'Dead to Me' star has taken control of her health.
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Chronic Conditions
What Your Multiple Sclerosis Prognosis Means for Sex
By Kate Daniel
MS can take a toll on your mental, physical and sexual well-being.
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Pregnancy and Postpartum Life
How Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura Affects Pregnancy
By Helen Massy
ITP is a rare autoimmune bleeding disorder that is sometimes diagnosed during pregnancy.
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Dating and Relationships
A Dating Guide for People With Lupus
By Hannah Shewan Stevens
Finding love while living with a rebellious immune system is complicated but not impossible.
A man is doing cold water therapy outside in the opening of a snowy iced-over lake while reading a book.
Chronic Conditions
Manage Persistent Pain With Help Beyond Medication
By Sarah Kilgallon
Millions of people have chronic pain, affecting their daily lives and their sexual health.