Monthly Archives: October 2008

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome – Medications

Posted on October 29, 2008 by Doc

Medicines do not cure chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS): they only help relieve symptoms. They may not greatly speed up your return to full activity; but when they are used properly, they can help you feel better. Tweet This Post Delicious … Continue reading →

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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome – Treatment Overview

Posted on October 29, 2008 by Doc

Treatment for chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) focuses on making you feel better so that you can resume a normal life. Simple measures you can take at home—such as improving your sleep habits and getting gentle exercise—are important parts of treatment. … Continue reading →

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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome – Symptoms

Posted on October 29, 2008 by Doc

The main symptom of chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a devastating tiredness or exhaustion that has lasted at least 6 months and does not improve much with rest. This fatigue also is so severe that it interferes with your work, … Continue reading →

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Living With Hemochromatosis

Posted on October 29, 2008 by Doc

Information About Outcomes Hemochromatosis can be treated effectively with phlebotomy (repeated blood removal). How well the treatment works depends on how much organ damage has already occurred before treatment begins. If hemochromatosis is found and treated early, complications can be … Continue reading →

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How Is Hemochromatosis Treated?

Posted on October 29, 2008 by Doc

Treatments for hemochromatosis include therapeutic phlebotomy, iron chelation (ke-LAY-shun) therapy, changes in diet, and other treatments for complications. Goals of Treatment The goals of treating hemochromatosis are to reduce the amount of iron in your body to normal levels, prevent … Continue reading →

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How Is Hemochromatosis Diagnosed?

Posted on October 29, 2008 by Doc

How Is Hemochromatosis Diagnosed? Hemochromatosis is diagnosed based on your medical and family history, a physical exam, and diagnostic tests and procedures. The disease is sometimes found during the diagnosis of other diseases or conditions such as arthritis, liver disease, … Continue reading →

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What Are the Signs and Symptoms of Hemochromatosis?

Posted on October 29, 2008 by Doc

Hemochromatosis can affect many parts of the body and can cause many different signs and symptoms. Many of the signs and symptoms are similar to those of other, more common diseases. Continue reading →

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What Is Hemochromatosis?

Posted on October 29, 2008 by Doc

What Is Hemochromatosis? Hemochromatosis (HE-mo-kro-ma-TOE-sis) is a disease in which too much iron builds up in your body. This extra iron is toxic to the body and can damage the organs. If hemochromatosis is not treated, it can lead to … Continue reading →

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Hemochromatosis

Posted on October 29, 2008 by Doc

Also called: Iron overload disease Hemochromatosis is an inherited disease in which too much iron builds up in your body. It is one of the most common genetic diseases in the United States. Iron is a mineral found in many … Continue reading →

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Bad News for Fibromalgia Sufferers

Posted on October 21, 2008 by Doc

Insurance companies are denying Fibromyalgia patients proper access to treatments for their chronic pain condition. Doctors are having a difficult time getting their fibromyalgia patients the appropriate therapies. While there are treatments available, including the FDA fast tracked prescription medicine … Continue reading →

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