Over the last quarter of a century, doctors and scientists have been working to find a way to effectively treat the devastating and life-altering symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Methotrexate (also known as its abbreviated form, MTX) is one of the most popularly prescribed pharmaceuticals for RA and has been at the forefront of treatment … Read more
In the context of health insurance, a “pre-existing condition” is “Any condition (either physical or mental) including a disability for which medical advice, diagnosis, care, or treatment was recommended or received within the 6-month period ending on your enrollment date in a health insurance plan”. Coverage of pre-existing conditions might not be the “untouchable third … Read more
Can you lose weight while on Amitriptyline Have you ever tried losing weight while you are undergoing treatment? You can easily lose weight without much effort while taking some drugs, but when you are on Amitriptyline, you may be surprised at how much weight you can easily gain while on this drug. But what is … Read more
What You Should Know About Depression and Anxiety If you have experienced depression or anxiety, you likely know just how much it can impair your functioning. Depression and anxiety often occur at the same time in the same individual, and each one comes with its own characteristic set of symptoms. Each one can be very … Read more
Rheumatoid Arthritis: Signs and Symptoms Rheumatoid arthritis or RA is a disorder of the immune system, which means that the bodily system meant to fight infections and toxins turns on the body itself. In RA, the patient’s immune system attacks and damages the synovial joints. These are joints in the body that are easy to move, … Read more
Dealing with fibromyalgia can be devastating as this condition causes widespread and chronic pain throughout the body. Some experts believe that this disease causes the body to feel pain at higher levels, but there is nothing concrete. The constant angst from this condition can be overwhelming both physically and emotionally. Many patients feel that working … Read more
Heart failure affects nearly 5.7 million people in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Although statistics say that about half of those diagnosed with heart failure will die within five years of their diagnosis, early treatments, lifestyle changes, and interventions can slow the progress of heart failure and lead to a … Read more
What is high blood pressure? High blood pressure is also known as HBP or hypertension and is a condition when the pressure of your blood or the force of your blood pushes hard against the walls of the vessels and when it is extremely high. In America, almost eighty five million people suffer from high … Read more
Have you ever had a burning sensation in your feet? It may feel as though your feet are on fire, so you ditch the socks and the shoes in hopes of finding relief, but no relief comes. It can become rather hard to deal with. There are those people who have this issue who then … Read more
The gut is the biggest organ of your immune system. Symptoms of leaky gut syndrome include pains, aches, food sensitivities, cramps, gas and bloating. What is leaky gut and how is it diagnosed? Leaky gut (intestinal permeability) is a particular condition in which lining of your small intestine becomes injured, causing poisonous waste products, bacteria … Read more