A chronic illness that many people face today is known as chronic fatigue syndrome. This is a chronic illness that creates extreme fatigue that can last for six months or longer. The fatigue is not caused by an underlying medical condition. Basically, one is diagnosed with chronic fatigue when laboratory tests find nothing else [...]
Are you feeling tired all the time? Can’t seem to rest at night and never seem to have any energy? It could be that you are suffering from chronic fatigue syndrome or an underlying medical issue. With chronic fatigue syndrome, there is no single test to confirm that you have this condition. Essentially, other [...]
Secondary lymphedema is a condition where the lymphatic system is unable to function correctly due to issues with the lymph vessels. The lymphatic system consists of lymph vessels that collect lymph fluid. This fluid contains waste products, lipids, and proteins from the tissues of the body. The fluid flows to the lymph nodes to [...]
Lymphedema is a condition where swelling occurs in one or more extremity of the body due to flow issues of the lymphatic system. Lymph vessels of the lymphatic system work to process lymph fluid. When the vessels are restricted, the flow stops which results in swelling of an arm or leg or both extremities. Lymphedema [...]
As many as 50 million Americans are affected by autoimmune diseases. An autoimmune disease will develop within the immune system, the defense system of the body against diseases and sickness. When an autoimmune disease occurs, the immune system sees healthy cells as foreign and the healthy cells are attacked. Essentially, there are around 80 [...]
Insomnia is a sleep disorder where the individual affected has difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. Insomnia can influence the body and mind which affects the day to day activities of the individual. Those suffering from insomnia will have difficulty falling asleep, wake up during the night and have trouble falling back asleep as [...]
A common disorder that affects the large intestine of the body is known as irritable bowel syndrome or IBS. Individuals who suffer from IBS will experience cramping, gas, bloating, abdominal pain, diarrhea or constipation. The chronic condition can be disruptive to daily life and require management of symptoms in the long term. Signs and [...]
Women who struggle with infertility have most likely tried several methods to become pregnant. Every individual is different so what might work for one female, might not work for the next. One treatment option that many try after meeting with their healthcare physician is holistic pelvic care. This treatment is a holistic approach to [...]
Do you suffer from digestive disorders and find that your tummy is often hurting and causing you discomfort? If so, you have most likely tried several remedies to relieve your pain. One option that can be beneficial to the relief of stomach pain is colon hydrotherapy. With this treatment type, the colon is cleansed [...]
As the weather begins to turn warmer each year, more outdoor activities are enjoyed. While this can mean fun times with family and friends, precautions need to be taken in order to avoid health risks due to outdoor activity, such as Lyme disease. Ticks have become even more problematic so cases of Lyme disease [...]
