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Articles related to "Chronic Illness"
The Queen of the Teenage Tear-Jerker Find out how the author of inspiring teenage novels about life and death came to write on this topic. lurlene mcdaniel • writer • chronic • illness • chronic illness
"Papa is Very Sick" Ways to help you family and yourself deal with a loved one's serious or possibly terminal illness. Acceptance and sharing your feelings with others who also love the person suffering the condition, will benefit all parties effected by building a close circle of support and compassion for all. The person who will gain the most is the person with the illness. chronic illness • relationships • family • children
Accepting Chronic Illness Quick tips on coping with and accepting illness, for both those who suffer and for caregivers. caregiver • chronic illness • accepting • stress • lifestyle
Addiction & Dependence As many try to make sense of a loved one's behaviors surrounding their drinking or drug use, it is important to remember that addiction is an illness that must be treated alcohol • addiction • drug • chronic illness • disease model
Antioxidants Bad for Your Health? In a recent press release on AOL news, a study out of Chicago states that antioxidants might actually increase your risk of death. antioxidants • beta carotene • vitamin a • vitamin b • vitamin c
Caregivers & Caregiving Caregivers Need Support Too! caregivers • caregiving • elderly • ill • chronic illness
Dear Ann Landers Letter to Ann Landers about telling people the DO's and DON'T's of arthritis (fibromyalgia). fibromyalgia • emotional support for chronic illness
Fibromyalgia in Children I have Fibromyalgia. It’s a painful disease that affects millions of people world-wide. Many people think that it’s just an adult disease, but it’s not. Read more about it here. fibromyalgia • children • deanna couras goodson • suite 101.com • bellaonline.com
Helping yourself to Good Health Many patients expect their doctors to keep them healthy with pills and potions without appreciating that maintaining good health really depends on what the patient does! preventing illness • staying healthy • doctor's advice • major killer diseases • managing chronic illness
How are you feeling? What could be ethically wrong about asking someone how they feel? terminal illness • great loss • sensitive • wounding • morbid curiosity
Information about Crohn's Disease Crohn's Diease and Ulcerative Colitis are the two most common types of Inflammatory Bowel Disease. crohn's disease • inflammatory bowel disease • colitis • chronic illness • treatment for crohn's disease
Luck and Chronic Illness An exploration into how looking at chronic illness differently made me appreciate life more. positive outlook • strength
Parents of the Chronically Ill When a child suffers a life-threatening illness, mom's and dad's health is affected too. But Statistics Canada reports that mothers are more affected than fathers. chronic illness • depression • post-traumatic stress disorder • cheo • sick kids
Pregnancy and Lupus: It CAN Be Done! A look into having babies AND having lupus. They are NOT mutually exclusive! pregnancy • lupus • high-risk pregnancy • pregnancy and chronic illness • chronic illness
The Immune System Connection
How the immune system works and how to recognize immune deficiency and boost the immune system. immune deficiency • infections • chronic illness
Trademarks of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Beyond the basis definition and symptoms of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, there are trademarks of this illness. chronic fatigue syndrome • cfs • cfids • chronic illness • trademarks of chronic fatigue syndrome
What is Chronic Fatigue Syndrome? A basic overview of what is Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Includes a list of symptoms as well as a case defination by the Centers by Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). chronic fatigue syndrome • chronic illness • cfs • cfids • what is chronic fatigue syndrome
When A Loved One is Diagnosed Someone close to you just found out they have type II diabetes. What, if anything, can you do to help them? A lot! type ii diabetes • diet • exercise • motivation • family
Why do I Feel Guilty? Living with a chronic illness such as multiple sclerosis can cause the sufferer to experience feelings of loss, grief--and surprisingly--guilt. multiple sclerosis • ms • multiple • sclerosis • guilt
"Why Won't My Doctor Believe Me?" So often, lupus patients' cries for help go unanswered by those who have vowed to help. Why don't doctors listen to their patients? lupus • autoimmune • diseases • connective tissue disease • sle
A Single Sheet of Paper A grandmother's experience of a single sheet of paper being a source of joy for chronically ill children at Mott's Children's Hospital in Ann Arbor, Michigan. seshat • paper • letter • arts • crafts
CFS and Your Doctor Whether you are trying to find a diagnosis or trying to receive medical treatment, finding a doctor that is able to work with you throughout your illness is essential. chronic fatigue syndrome • cfs • cfids • chronic illness • doctors
Chronic Pain in Lupus A look into chronic pain, how it affects women, and some methods for getting relief. More links to pain-related sites. pain • chronic pain • lupus • sle • arthritis
Depression and Lupus Lupus can affect the body physically, draining it of energy. Depression on top of lupus drains the mind and soul--it's an often-overlooked symptom. Here's how to deal with depression, whether it's yours, or a loved one's! lupus • sle • depression • chronic illness • chronic pain
Drugs Are Good Medicine! (Part I) Lupus is usually treated with medicines first. Here's a look at the most commonly used drugs, their effects, and their side effects! lupus • pain • sle • fibromyalgia • connective tissue disease
Drugs Are Good Medicine! (Part II) Lupus is usually treated with medicines first. Here's a look at the most commonly used drugs, their effects, and their side effects! lupus • sle • drugs • medicine • medication
Fibromyalgia and Sleep Therapy (Part I) The first of three articles that will discuss the symptoms of Fibromyalgia and how holistic therapy can help. The first article will focus on sleep, the second one on pain management, and the third one on creative visualization for healing. hypnosis • scripts • insomnia • lupus • myofacial
Flu Vaccine Shortage - Protection for Who? For the flu season 2000-2001, there appears to be a shortage of vaccines for people who may need or want this vaccine. The question is why is their a shortage in the first place? flu • influenza • public health • vaccine • vaccinations
Frequently Asked Questions - Thyroid Medications I get questions all the time from readers about thyroid medications. Here I attempt to answer some of the most common. hypothyroidism • deanna couras goodson • suite101.com • chronic illness • thyroid
Get back to the basics before falling asleep! Refresh your memory about some of the basics of sleep. insomnia • sleep • sleep deprivation • fibromyalgia • chronic pain
Healing with Harp Therapy Harp therapists report positive results for patients suffering from neurological diseases, multiple sclerosis, fibromyalgia, lupus, and other illnesses. healing • harp therapy • harp • therapy • music
How to Live with Hypersomnia and Excessive Daytime Sleepiness The author, a physician afflicted with obstructive sleep apnea and chronic hypersomnia (excessive daytime sleepiness), recounts his own strategies and those of others for dealing with such a disabling symptom. coping • chronic illness • sleep disorders • hypersomnia • hypersomnolence
Life Lines A look backwards to a lifeline for the future. lupus • sle • disease • condition • illness
Living With Cystic Fibrosis Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a life-shortening chronic disease that causes mucus to accumulate and clog the airways and tubes in the organs. living with cystic fibrosis • cystic fibrosis cf • daily treatments cystic fibrosis • postural drainage cf cystic fibrosis • chronic illness cystic fibrosis
Loss of Financial Security Chronic Fatigue Syndrome has cost people their financial freedom. Physical and mental incapacity can cause people with CFS to lose their jobs or be forced to reduce work hours. chronic fatigue syndrome • cfs • cfids • chronic illness • finances
Lupus FAQs Here's a list of Frequently Asked Questions about lupus. Got a question? It's probably here! lupus • sle • autoimmune disease • connective tissue disease • rheumatoid
MS Awareness Week MS is a chronic autoimmune disease that primarily affects women. There are things you can do this week and all year long to continue the movement against it. ms • multiple sclerosis • ms awareness week • volunteer opportunities • ms bike
MS Depression: What Causes It? MS depression can be organic (produced by the body) or situational (produced by outside factors such as stress or medication), or a combination of both...... multiple sclerosis • ms • depression • organic • organic depression
My Christmas Wish List (2003) Traditionally, we make Christmas wish lists for those things we would like to receive. I would like, however, to break from tradition by offering my Christmas wish list for you my dear friends. Well, okay, I will admit that I’m hoping to receive these wishes as well. fibro • fibromyalgia • coping • holidays • hope
Nutrition and Disease: Osteoporosis The second article in a series on Nutrition and Disease Prevention. Eating a balanced diet can help you to prevent the development of many chronic diseases. This week, we will look at how diet can help prevent a major disease in the US and Canada - Osteoporosis. This disease can cause havoc with a family's way of life. Quite often the Mom of the family gets it, leaving everyone affected. nutrition • disease prevention • osteoporosis • health • women's health
Questions for my Readers Questions about your chronic pain. Answer this anonymous survey and help others learn what works and what doesn't. chronic pain • pain • pain relief • illness • chronic illness
Second-Hand Healing When a child has a parent with a chronic illness, the patient isn't the only one who needs healing! sle • lupus • systemic lupus erythmatosus • diabetes • kidney
Testing...Testing....1,2,3 Lupus patients have more than their fair share of medical tests. Here are a few of the most common, and what the results may mean. lupus • sle • connective tissue • disease • autoimmune
The Importance of Support A support system for the lupus patient is not a luxury...It's a necessity! lupus • sle • pain • chronic illness • chronic pain
Thyroid Medication: Tips, Tricks and Remembering Thyroid medications are necessary to maintaining your good health. However, one of the side effects of hypothyroidism is poor memory. Here are some tips and tricks to help you remember your meds (and make sure that what you're taking is what you need!) hypothyroidism • deanna couras goodson • suite101.com • chronic illness • thyroid
Understanding Adjustment Psychology Adjustment psychology examines the stress that change creates an why even "good" changes are stressful. adjustment psychology • stressful • chronic illness • loss of finances • winning the lottery
What is Fibromyalgia? A basic overview of what is Fibromylagia. Includes a list of characteristics by The American College of Rheumatology. chronic fatigue syndrome • cfs • fibromyalgia • fibro • fms
What's Causing my Depression and Fatigue? Chronic Fatigue and Chronic Depression are absolutely systemic in our society today. Recent studies done by the AMA and CMA purport one in four people in North America are suffering from some form of chronic fatigue or depression and it’s expected eight out of ten of us will experience similar afflictions in our lifetime. But numbers like these don’t speak to the cause and only tell half the story. cfs • fms • fatigue • depression • society
"I Have To Go To The Hospital?" It's something that every lupie must face the possibility of: Hospitalization. There are many reasons why hospitalization is sometimes a necessary experience, so let's look at some of them, along with common tests, procedures and what you need to know to make your stay in "The Big House" more comfortable and safe! sle • lupus systemic lupus erythmatosus • chronic • illness • disease
Alternative Therapies Some alternative therapies and treatments have become very popular with lupies. Let's take a look at some of the new/old remedies used today. sle • lupus • fm • fibromyalgia • fatigue |
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