The human body has a number of mechanisms used to combat disease. One in particular is the manufacturing of neutrophils. These white blood cells are produced and mature in the bone marrow over the course of about two weeks. Once released, these cells circulate throughout the body for six hours in search of foreign substances […]
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Alternative Remedies for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Winter is here, and along with it comes an especially challenging time of year for those suffering from rheumatoid arthritis (RA). The change of season has often been named as a culprit when it comes to increased discomfort in RA patients. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease characterized by chronic inflammation of the joints, and […]
Myasthenia Gravis: An Overview of the Disorder
Myasthenia Gravis (MG) – try saying that one ten times fast. This chronic autoimmune disorder is mainly characterized by variable weakness of voluntary muscles, which often improves with rest and worsens with activity. However, with the proper care and treatment, those affected can still lead an active life. Let’s go over the basics, shall we? […]
What You Need Know About MS
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease that affects the body’s central nervous system, which is made up of the brain and spinal cord. Just as MS can vary in its degrees of severity, so do its causes. While research continues on the disease, here are a few factors that are believed to contribute to MS: […]
Choosing Hemophilia – and Other – Medical Professionals
There are many things to consider when choosing the right professionals to guide you and your family in the management and treatment of a bleeding disorder. You obsess over every bump, tumble and scrape, and expect the doctors and nurses taking care of you or your child to do the same. Here are some important […]
The Decision to Self-Infuse: A Critical Aspect of Hemophilia
One of the most important aspects of hemophilia is, as with any ongoing medical condition, knowing your options when it comes to management and treatment. In past posts we have covered this topic in great depth. Here are a few more inspiring stories of how individuals with hemophilia have made the decision to self-infuse: Taking […]
Bleeding Disorders and Your Comprehensive Care Team
If you have a bleeding disorder, you know it can play a role in every aspect of your life, and can also affect many parts of your body. To stay healthy, you need a comprehensive care team, because bleeding disorders do not only affect you physically, but also mentally. With a comprehensive care team, there […]
Diabetic Patients Considering IVIg Treatment
Like other autoimmune diseases, such as Crohn’s disease, Multiple Sclerosis and rheumatoid arthritis, Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (DM) can be treated with intravenous immunoglobulin, or IVIg, therapy. Of course, with every specific disorder, there are precautions that should be taken in order for the treatment to work most effectively. Considerations: There are a few considerations […]
Dental Care When You Have Hemophilia
People with hemophilia may be scared to take care of their teeth because they fear cutting their gums and starting a bleed. Regardless of whether or not you have hemophilia, dental care is important and it is vital to take care of your teeth. Dental health affects overall health, and if you neglect to clean […]
Sending Your Child With Hemophilia To School
When it is time to send your child with hemophilia off to school, or for him to start a new year with new teachers, there are several things you can do to help keep your child safe and healthy. To help prepare yourself, your child and your school for the new school year, take the […]