The Rogue Organ Pt.2: Why Myasthenia Gravis Returns After Surgery

The Rogue Organ Pt.2: Why Myasthenia Gravis Returns After SurgeryWhile surgical removal of the thymus gland is considered the gold standard treatment for myasthenia gravis, nearly one-third of patients experience a frustrating recurrence of their autoimmune symptoms. Our expert explains why symptoms return even after complete surgical removal and challenges long-held medical assumptions about the root cause of MG.Guests: Dr. Ankit Bharat, chief of thoracic surgery, executive director, Canning Thoracic Institute of Northwestern MedicineMarissa Humayun, patientHost: Greg JohnsonProducer: Kristen Farrah Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Medical Notes: Why You Should Take Creatine, Detecting Cancer Earlier Than Ever Before, And What You Should Know About The New MRNA Flu ShotThe new FDA approved flu shot is the first to use MRNA technology. Is Vitamin D the secret to fighting dementia? A new way to detect cancer earlier than ever before. Should you be taking creatine?Host: Maayan Voss de Bettancourt  Producer: Kristen Farrah  Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Fatigue, Bloating, And Inflammation: Spotting The Subtle Signs Of MASLDBecause many people falsely assume liver disease is strictly caused by heavy alcohol use, life-threatening conditions like MASLD frequently go undiagnosed until major damage occurs. When excess fat builds up in the liver, unchecked inflammation and scarring can quickly escalate toward cirrhosis, liver failure, or cancer. Our expert exposes the vague symptoms that mask MASLD and highlights why early detection is critical.Guest: Dr. Nadege Gunn, hepatologist, chief medical officer of hepatology & obesity, Iterative HealthHost: Elizabeth WestfieldProducer: Kristen Farrah Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Smarter Screenings: More Advanced And Accessible Skin Cancer DetectionWith skin cancer cases rising across the country, long appointment wait times and a growing dermatologist shortage leave millions of high-risk patients struggling to get timely screenings. Our expert explains how new imaging technology is increasing skin check efficacy, reducing unnecessary clinic visits, and ensuring specialist attention reaches those who need it most.Guest: Dr. Sancy Leachman, adjunct professor of dermatology, Oregon Health and Science University, chief medical officer, SkinBitHost: Elizabeth WestfieldProducer: Kristen Farrah The Rogue Organ: How The Thymus Triggers Autoimmune DiseaseWhen a persistent droopy eye was initially feared to be a stroke, the real cause was equally as shocking. Myasthenia gravis is a chronic autoimmune disorder that stems from dysfunction in the thymus, a small organ behind the breastbone. Our expert explains what causes this rare disease and the treatment options available to patients.Guests: Dr. Ankit Bharat, chief of thoracic surgery, executive director, Canning Thoracic Institute of Northwestern MedicineMarissa Humayun, patientHost: Greg JohnsonProducer: Kristen Farrah Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Rogue Organ: How The Thymus Triggers Autoimmune DiseaseWhen a persistent droopy eye was initially feared to be a stroke, the real cause was equally as shocking. Myasthenia gravis is a chronic autoimmune disorder that stems from dysfunction in the thymus, a small organ behind the breastbone. Our expert explains what causes this rare disease and the treatment options available to patients.Guests: Dr. Ankit Bharat, chief of thoracic surgery, executive director, Canning Thoracic Institute of Northwestern MedicineMarissa Humayun, patientHost: Greg JohnsonProducer: Kristen Farrah Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Medical Notes: How Space Travel Affects Women’s Health, The Hormones That Help You Learn, And Why Cbd May Be The Best Pain RelieverIs your smartwatch lying to you? New research shows how space travel affects women’s health. Do hormones affect your ability to learn? CBD may be the best pain-reliever.Host: Maayan Voss de Bettancourt  Producer: Kristen Farrah Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Smarter Screenings: More Advanced And Accessible Skin Cancer DetectionWith skin cancer cases rising across the country, long appointment wait times and a growing dermatologist shortage leave millions of high-risk patients struggling to get timely screenings. Our expert explains how new imaging technology is increasing skin check efficacy, reducing unnecessary clinic visits, and ensuring specialist attention reaches those who need it most.Guest: Dr. Sancy Leachman, adjunct professor of dermatology, Oregon Health and Science University, chief medical officer, SkinBitHost: Elizabeth Westfield. Producer: Kristen Farrah.  Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Other OCD: Understanding Osteochondritis Dissecans In Young AthletesOsteochondritis dissecans, also known as OCD, is a painful joint condition that’s becoming more prevalent in young kids.  Our expert this week breaks down what causes OCD in young athletes and how better research is improving diagnosis and treatment.Guest: Dr. Mininder Kocher, chief, division of sports medicine, Boston Children’s Hospital, professor of orthopedic surgery, Harvard Medical SchoolHow To Prevent Childhood Food Allergies Before They StartWith the rise of severe food allergies in children, parents are navigating a confusing landscape of risks and evolving medical advice. Pediatricians are challenging long-held assumptions about avoidance, pointing instead toward updated strategies for safely introducing foods at a young age. Our expert breaks down the factors driving today's allergy epidemic and offers essential guidance on spotting early warning signs to keep young kids safe.Guest: Dr. Ruchi Gupta, professor of pediatrics & medicine, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, founding director, Center for Food Allergy & Asthma Research Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Medical Notes: A Newly Discovered Layer Of The Human Genome, The Problems With Psychiatric Diagnoses, And Using Your Smartphone For Your Next UltrasoundResearchers have discovered a new layer of the human genome. Efforts to block inflammation may actually age you faster. How accurate is your mental health diagnosis? Will your next ultrasound be at home?Host: Maayan Voss de BettancourtProducer: Kristen Farrah  Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Other OCD: Understanding Osteochondritis Dissecans In Young AthletesOsteochondritis dissecans, also known as OCD, is a painful joint condition that’s becoming more prevalent in young kids.  Our expert this week breaks down what causes OCD in young athletes and how better research is improving diagnosis and treatment.Guest: Dr. Mininder Kocher, chief, division of sports medicine, Boston Children’s Hospital, professor of orthopedic surgery, Harvard Medical SchoolHost: Elizabeth WestfieldProducer: Kristen Farrah  Facebook: ingoodhealthpodX: @ ingoodhealthpodIG: @ingoodhealthpodYouTube: @ingoodhealthpodSpotify Apple Podcast In Good Health PodcastSubscribed to the newsletterFull ArchiveContact UsBecome an Affiliate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.