Category: Health and Wellness - Page 2
Scleroderma: Understanding the Progressive Autoimmune Disease That Hardens Skin and Organs
Haig Sandavol Dec 26 14Scleroderma is a rare autoimmune disease that hardens skin and internal organs through excessive collagen production. Early signs include Raynaud’s phenomenon and finger tightness. Diagnosis is often delayed, but specialized care improves outcomes. New treatments are emerging, though access remains limited.
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Floaters and Flashes: What They Mean and When to See a Doctor
Haig Sandavol Dec 25 10Floaters and flashes are common with age, but sudden changes can signal a retinal tear or detachment. Learn what's normal, when to worry, and why prompt eye exams can save your vision.
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Medicaid Substitution Rules: Mandatory vs Optional by State
Haig Sandavol Dec 24 14Medicaid substitution rules prevent public insurance from replacing private coverage, but states implement them differently. Some require 90-day waits; others use real-time data. Learn how your state handles it and what to do if your child loses coverage.
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Chemotherapy: How Cytotoxic Drugs Work and Common Side Effects
Haig Sandavol Dec 16 8Chemotherapy uses cytotoxic drugs to kill fast-dividing cancer cells, but it also affects healthy cells, causing side effects like fatigue, hair loss, and nerve damage. Learn how these drugs work and how to manage their impact.
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IBS Diet Guide: FODMAP, Low-Residue, and Elimination Plans Explained
Haig Sandavol Dec 12 10Learn how the low-FODMAP, low-residue, and elimination diets work for IBS. See which one actually works, how to do it right, and what to avoid. Evidence-based guide for lasting relief.
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Hypothyroidism and Levothyroxine: What You Need to Know About Underactive Thyroid Treatment
Haig Sandavol Dec 10 12Hypothyroidism slows your metabolism, causing fatigue, weight gain, and cold intolerance. Levothyroxine is the standard treatment-taken daily on an empty stomach-to restore hormone balance. Proper dosing and timing make all the difference.
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Hypoparathyroidism: How to Manage Low Calcium and Vitamin D Effectively
Haig Sandavol Dec 6 11Learn how to manage hypoparathyroidism with calcium and vitamin D supplements, avoid complications, and improve daily stability. Essential tips for patients and caregivers.
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Restless Legs and Iron: What Ferritin Levels Mean and How to Fix Them
Haig Sandavol Dec 3 11Low ferritin levels are a common but overlooked cause of restless legs syndrome. Learn the ideal ferritin target, how iron supplements work, when to choose IV iron, and why dopamine meds aren't the best long-term solution.
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Pneumothorax: Recognizing Collapsed Lung Symptoms and Getting Emergency Care Fast
Haig Sandavol Dec 2 11A collapsed lung, or pneumothorax, is a medical emergency that requires quick recognition and treatment. Learn the key symptoms, how it's diagnosed, and why immediate care saves lives - plus what to do after you leave the hospital.
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Yoga and Tai Chi for Pain: Gentle Movement Benefits
Haig Sandavol Nov 30 10Yoga and tai chi offer gentle, science-backed ways to reduce chronic pain without drugs. Learn how these mind-body practices improve mobility, reduce inflammation, and calm the nervous system-backed by clinical studies and real user experiences.
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