Lymphoma is a cancer of the lymphatic system. It is a type of cancer that starts in the white blood cells called lymphocytes or the immune system’s infection-fighting cells. These cells are found in the thymus, spleen, lymph nodes, bone marrow, and other parts of the human body. When a person suffers from lymphoma, the change and growth of the lymphocytes is out of control. Lymphoma can happen at any age and is one of the most common cancers among children and young adults between the ages of 15 and 24. Since it is in the bloodstream, this type of cancer can metastasize to various parts of the body. In the US, there is around 2.1 percent lifetime risk of contracting Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma and 0.2 percent of contracting Hodgkin Lymphoma. This type of cancer is treatable and the outlook can differ based on the type and stage of lymphoma. Lymphoma is classified based on the kind of affected immune cells. There are two major types are Hodgkin Lymphoma and Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma and within each type are several subtypes: 1. Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma (NHL) NHL accounts for 90 percent of cases 4 percent of all cancers in the US. In this type of lymphoma, the tumors are developed in the lymphocytes.

Gout is a prevalent rheumatic disease that affects roughly 8.3 million people across the United States, according to the National Health Organization. This common form of inflammatory arthritis results due to excessive uric acid levels within the blood, which accumulate and form painful crystals in affected joints. Gout is characterized by the frequent onset of painful “flare ups”, which cause symptoms of swollen, red, warm to the touch, and tender joints. Patients with severe gout who are unresponsive to oral gout medications, may be prescribed a drug treatment known as Krystexxa, or medically known as Pegloticase, a type of recombinant pegylated uricase, which is a chemically modified enzyme that is able to degrade uric acid. Krystexxa is given to gout patients via intravenous infusion. To learn more about this gout treatment please speak to a nurse professional, but in the meantime, let’s review how Pegloticase drugs, like Krystexxa, can help treat chronic gout: 1. Patients unresponsive to other gout treatments A small percentage of gout patients are unresponsive to traditional gout therapies, such as anti-inflammatory medication (NSAIDs), plant-derived Colchicine, prednisone (or other corticosteroid medications), and drugs meant to lower uric acid levels in the blood (i.e., Febuxostat and Allopurinol). However, the National Arthritis Association claims that approximately 3% of gout patients are unable to take these medications either due to:

According to research from the American Addiction Centers, schizophrenia is diagnosed in an estimated 3.2 million individuals in the U.S. Although it’s considered one of the rarer mental health diseases, the symptoms of schizophrenia can present as severe in nature, resulting in patients that display: Paranoid delusions Confused thinking Withdrawal from society Strange behaviors Disorganized speech Apathy or lack of motivation Hallucinations or hearing voices Partial or total detachment from reality Schizophrenia occurs in multiple types with differentiating symptoms, however, the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders now recognizes and classifies all five types as simply schizophrenia: 1. Childhood schizophrenia Schizophrenia that strikes a patient in childhood, typically younger than 10 years old is considered childhood schizophrenia. This very rare type of the disease displays very extreme symptoms of hallucinations, difficulty sleeping, irritability, total withdrawal, abnormal behavior, and loss of motivation. 2. Catatonic schizophrenia Catatonic schizophrenia, or simply catatonia, is prone to patients with existing diagnosis of depression or bipolar disorder. Patients with this type typically go through periods of extreme behavior where they are completely withdrawn and inactive (i.e., virtually no movement or speech) at one moment—and excessively active, talkative, and beyond excited at the next moment. These extremes are known as catatonic stupor vs.

It’s no surprise that the estimated 16.5 million U.S. individuals with eczema, or other forms of atopic dermatitis, turn to home remedies and natural treatments to reduce the frequency of flare ups and to soothe the dry, itchy, and swollen pain that results from eczema. Aside from prescription creams, dietary changes, and oral medications, the following natural home remedies have proven effective in lessening the severity of eczema flare ups and inflammation while preventing infection and permanent damage to skin. Here are the best natural remedies for treating eczema at home: 1. Manuka honey Already touted for its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial prowess, honey has been used to treat a variety of allergic conditions for centuries, including eczema. Even when this sticky natural sweetener is applied to wounds, burns, dry skin, and stings it’s known for keeping a variety of skin abrasions sanitized while warding off the change of infection. You can dab a bit of manuka honey directly to an affected area to speed wound healing, add moisture, and safeguard against an infection. 2. Aloe vera  Anecdotal evidence suggests that aloe vera gel is generally safe for use in treating eczema and other inflammatory skin conditions. In fact, several smaller studies claim this natural plant gel is antimicrobial and antibacterial in nature, which is especially useful for treating broken, scaly, or oozing and bleeding skin areas that may be prone to infections.

Depression is characterized as a mental condition that can widely range from mild to extremely severe symptoms of apathy, sadness, irritability, anger, and fatigue that last for durations lasting days to weeks or even longer. Clinical depression (or major depressive disorder) is considered the most severe form of depression, and must be treated with the help and supervision of a qualified mental health professional who may recommend a combination of mood therapy and medications. However, more and more scientific studies are finding that food, while it can’t treat or cure depression, may be able to help stabilize mood and calm feelings of anxiety: 1. Beans Researchers from the Massachusetts General Hospital’s Bipolar Clinic and Research Program, in Boston, note that beans of all types (i.e., garbanzo beans, black beans, soybeans, chickpeas, lentils, lima beans, etc.) do more than make you toot. These potent legumes may also be able to naturally boost mood thanks to the rich magnesium within. Magnesium supplementation has also been shown to improve quality sleep while reducing anxiety and migraine headaches. 2. Salmon If you like a salmon baked or grilled you’re in luck. Yet, if you aren’t drawn to this pink-hued fatty fish, you can still find plenty of omega-3 goodness in cuts of mackerel, trout, tuna, mackerel, sardines, halibut, and herring.

Any form of cancer that strikes the white blood cells (or lymphocytes) of the lymphatic system is known as lymphoma. These white blood cells are typically our body’s immune fighters, however, with lymphoma, these cells become abnormal on mass as they grow and divide, and if left untreated may quickly metastasize (or spreading to other areas of the body). Lymphoma can occur in several main types, such as: Diffuse large-B cell lymphoma (DLBCL) Follicular lymphoma Mantle cell lymphoma (MCL) Small lymphocytic lymphoma While a combination of chemotherapy, radiation, and cancer surgery is often the first course of action against lymphoma, the following foods and natural treatments have been known to relieve many of the negative side effects associated with these harsh cancer treatments: 1. Biofeedback therapy Biofeedback therapy is a mental technique meant to boost physical health (i.e., pain, heart rate, muscle and joint pain, blood pressure, and more) by calming anxiety and focusing the mind. Many cancer patients undergo biofeedback therapy to help reduce the symptoms of cancer treatment and the stress of dealing with a chronic disease. Other mental exercises, like mediation and yoga have also been shown to help reduce both physical and mental pain and stress when battling cancer.

ED, or more commonly erectile dysfunction, occurs when a male cannot sustain an erect penis. Also known as impotence, ED may result due to an underlying health issue that affects blood flow or the nerve system—such as diabetes, increased cholesterol, hypertension, or atherosclerosis. The root cause of ED may also be mental in nature. For instance, anxiety and depression may be an underlying cause. Before trying any of the following natural or herbal remedies to treat ED, please consult with your medical doctor for advice: 1. Zinc Numerous scientific studies have found that low levels of zinc and erectile dysfunction often go hand in hand. For instance, zinc is directly linked to the production of male testosterone, as well as DNA, cell division, protein production, and immunity. So when zinc levels are low, low immunity and erectile dysfunction may result. Therefore, zinc supplements may help improve impotence. 2. Acupuncture Many men seek out alternative therapies to help improve erectile dysfunction. For instance, acupuncture has been known to improve sexual function. In fact, a 2012 study found that acupuncture improved erections by 39% of male participants after undergoing acupuncture. 3. Dehydroepiandrosterone Commonly called DHEA, dehydroepiandrosterone is a hormone already naturally produced by the body’s adrenal glands.

Hepatitis C is a disease that causes inflammation in the liver. The hepatitis c virus, which is also known as the HCV virus, is the main cause of the infection. If the disease is not treated quickly it can cause serious liver damage if it is left untreated. Hepatitis is caused by human to human contact via blood and bodily fluids (i.e., sharing needles, healthcare injuries concerning needles, tattoos and piercings with unsterile equipment, babies born to mothers with hep C, and unprotected sex with a hep C positive partner). It is very important to be able to identify the symptoms of hepatitis C. The disease is a very serious one and identifying the disease early can give a better chance to combat the disease. In this article, five major signs and symptoms of the hep C are discussed: 1. Decreased appetite It has been seen that the patients of hepatitis C lose their appetite. A loss of appetite that is not caused by diet or other factors can indicate that the person has Hepatitis C. It has been found through research that loss of appetite can be linked to Hepatitis C. Loss of appetite combined with other symptoms of Hepatitis C can be an indication of acute hepatitis C infection.

Medicare offers Medicare Advantage Part C plans to clients and directs a fixed amount each month to participating companies. Companies must follow all Medicare rules, and each Medicare Advantage Plan can charge out of pocket costs and follow different rules. Medicare Advantage Plans generally have additional coverage like dental, hearing, vision, and wellness programs. You will also continue with your Prescription Drug Coverage Part D benefits that are furnished by traditional Medicare. Before deciding on what company to sign up with, compare different Medicaid Advantage plans side by side. Look for cost-effective plans, a variety of available programs, plans that offer out of country coverage as well as coordinated care from in-network providers. Once you find the best company for your needs, you have three months before or after your 65th birthday to enroll. When searching for a Medicare Advantage Part C plan, look for plans that offer: 1. Cost effectiveness Before you enroll in any MA plans, check to find out what costs are involved. Costs may include: Average monthly MA plan premiums that can range anywhere from $0 to $200 or more. You need Medicare Parts A & B to join a Medicare Advantage plan. Deductibles are required on some MA plans.

Multiple myeloma, or Khaler’s disease, is a type of cancer that forms in a plasma cell. Plasma cells are white blood cells that are located in the bone marrow, and their purpose is to create antibodies to combat germs. A problem occurs when multiple myeloma causes the cancer cells to build up in the bone marrow, which then pushes out the healthy blood cells. Risk factors include age, family history, and if the patient is a male. There are a few common symptoms for multiple myeloma that patients should be aware of: 1. Bone pain Multiple myeloma is capable of destroying many areas of the bone. The resulting effect is osteoporosis, which is where the bones become brittle and weak. Patients reported feeling pain in their back, hips, and rib cages. The number of bone fractures also significantly increased. Common treatments for this symptom include pain relievers, radiation, and surgery. 2. Nausea and appetite loss Nausea and a loss of appetite are other symptoms of multiple myeloma. Nausea is feeling sick with an urge to vomit and vomit is the literal contents expelled from the stomach. Patients can feel these symptoms from the disease or the treatments for the disease itself.