Articles related to "Interferon"
PEG
PEG-Interferon alfa-2b (PEG-INTRON) administered once a week is proving to be more effective than the standard Interferon monotherapy but not necessarily more effective than combination Ribiveran/Interferon therapy for treating Hepatitis C patients.
peg • interferon • hepatitis c • hcv • hepatitis
PEG-Interferon alfa-2b (PEG-INTRON) administered once a week is proving to be more effective than the standard Interferon monotherapy but not necessarily more effective than combination Ribiveran/Interferon therapy for treating Hepatitis C patients.
peg • interferon • hepatitis c • hcv • hepatitis
Possible Cure for Chronic Hepatitis C Infections
A new form of interferon along with a drug called ribavirin may cure 50 percent of those chronically infected with the Hepatitis C virus.
hepatitis • hepatitis c virus • chronic hepatitis • interferon • ribavirin
A new form of interferon along with a drug called ribavirin may cure 50 percent of those chronically infected with the Hepatitis C virus.
hepatitis • hepatitis c virus • chronic hepatitis • interferon • ribavirin
Current Treatment for Hepatitis B and C
No form of Hepatitis is curable, but some types can be treated effectively. Interferon and Rebetron (combination therapy) are the only FDA approved drugs for treatment.
interferon • rebetron • hepatitis b • hepatitis c • combo therapy
No form of Hepatitis is curable, but some types can be treated effectively. Interferon and Rebetron (combination therapy) are the only FDA approved drugs for treatment.
interferon • rebetron • hepatitis b • hepatitis c • combo therapy
Autoimmune Diseases and Hepatitis
Patients with viral and autoimmune hepatitis are at increased risk for developing several different autoimmune disorders.
autoimmune • diseases • hepatitis • viral • glomerulonephritis
Patients with viral and autoimmune hepatitis are at increased risk for developing several different autoimmune disorders.
autoimmune • diseases • hepatitis • viral • glomerulonephritis
ZADAXIN® used for HCV and HBV Patients
ZADAXIN thymosin alpha 1, an immunotherapy, is a new therapy for the treatment of Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C. Research indicates that ZADAXIN is extremely helpful for use in patients who have weakened immune systems.
zadaxin • thymosin alpha 1 • immunotherapy • hepatitis b • hepatitis c
ZADAXIN thymosin alpha 1, an immunotherapy, is a new therapy for the treatment of Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C. Research indicates that ZADAXIN is extremely helpful for use in patients who have weakened immune systems.
zadaxin • thymosin alpha 1 • immunotherapy • hepatitis b • hepatitis c
Cytokines
Cytokines include a number of different proteins that modulate the immune response; cytokines contribute to symptoms and their severity in autoimmune disease.
cytokines • growth factors • interferon • interleukin • inflammation
Cytokines include a number of different proteins that modulate the immune response; cytokines contribute to symptoms and their severity in autoimmune disease.
cytokines • growth factors • interferon • interleukin • inflammation
Combo Therapy and the Side Effects
Usually Hepatitis C patients get "flu" like symptoms. Now when I say that some patients get a "flu" like symptom, some folks who have gone through this therapy laugh and say the better description is called..."HELL!!"
flu • hepatitis • hepatitis c • therapy • interferon
Usually Hepatitis C patients get "flu" like symptoms. Now when I say that some patients get a "flu" like symptom, some folks who have gone through this therapy laugh and say the better description is called..."HELL!!"
flu • hepatitis • hepatitis c • therapy • interferon
Hepatitis in the News
A great viral hepatitis website. Chronic hepatitis sufferers should not take ibuprofen and a new treatment with a high price tag.
rebetron • schering-plough • hcv • interferon • ribavirin
A great viral hepatitis website. Chronic hepatitis sufferers should not take ibuprofen and a new treatment with a high price tag.
rebetron • schering-plough • hcv • interferon • ribavirin
My Experience with Treatment for Hepatitis C
The side effects I experienced during treatment for Hepatitis C were difficult to live with. But I am now in remission and most of the pain is forgotten, like the way mothers focus on the joys of childbirth and not the labor.
hepatitis c • interferon • ribavirin • rebetron • thyroid
The side effects I experienced during treatment for Hepatitis C were difficult to live with. But I am now in remission and most of the pain is forgotten, like the way mothers focus on the joys of childbirth and not the labor.
hepatitis c • interferon • ribavirin • rebetron • thyroid
New Treatment for Chronic Hepatitis C Patients
New drug therapy approved by FDA for the treatment of chronic hepatitis C.
hepatitis • chronic hepatitis • hepatitis c virus • interferon • ribavirin
New drug therapy approved by FDA for the treatment of chronic hepatitis C.
hepatitis • chronic hepatitis • hepatitis c virus • interferon • ribavirin
Reducing Stress is Critical for Good Health
Most people recognize that if you reduce the amount of stress in your life, you will be healthier. But not too many people realize how truly important stress management is for chronically ill patients.
stress • hepatitis c • hcv • hep c • hepatitis b
Most people recognize that if you reduce the amount of stress in your life, you will be healthier. But not too many people realize how truly important stress management is for chronically ill patients.
stress • hepatitis c • hcv • hep c • hepatitis b
Treatment of Hepatitis C Infections Possible in AIDS Patients
Having AIDS is bad enough but to also be infected with the Hepatitis C virus can cause severe problems. Find out how treating both infections helps these patients and may provide help for people infected with only the Hepatitis C virus.
hiv • hepatitis c virus • ribavirin • interferon alfa-2b
Having AIDS is bad enough but to also be infected with the Hepatitis C virus can cause severe problems. Find out how treating both infections helps these patients and may provide help for people infected with only the Hepatitis C virus.
hiv • hepatitis c virus • ribavirin • interferon alfa-2b
Melanoma
Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that is becoming much more common. This article provides the latest developments in the treatment of this all too often deadly disease.
melanoma • melanocytes • melanin • basal cell • squamous cell
Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that is becoming much more common. This article provides the latest developments in the treatment of this all too often deadly disease.
melanoma • melanocytes • melanin • basal cell • squamous cell
Astragalus Root a Medicinal Plant
Astragalus root is an ancient herb that packs a medicinal punch!
astragalus root known as huang chi • chinese herb astragalus root • what is astragalus root • what is astragalus root used for • astragalus health benefits
Astragalus root is an ancient herb that packs a medicinal punch!
astragalus root known as huang chi • chinese herb astragalus root • what is astragalus root • what is astragalus root used for • astragalus health benefits
Avonex for Multiple Sclerosis
Avonex has been around for more than 10 years, and it is one of the leading disease-modifying drugs to fight MS. Learn about the pros and cons of taking Avonex......
avonex • ms • multiple sclerosis • beta interferon a • flu-like side effects
Avonex has been around for more than 10 years, and it is one of the leading disease-modifying drugs to fight MS. Learn about the pros and cons of taking Avonex......
avonex • ms • multiple sclerosis • beta interferon a • flu-like side effects
Facts About Viral Hepatitis
Viral hepatitis is inflammation of the liver caused by a virus. It is common worldwide, and in England and Wales during 1991, over 9,000 cases were identified.
facts about viral hepatitis • symptoms of hepatitis • hepatitis a b and c • sexually transmitted diseases • curing hepatitis
Viral hepatitis is inflammation of the liver caused by a virus. It is common worldwide, and in England and Wales during 1991, over 9,000 cases were identified.
facts about viral hepatitis • symptoms of hepatitis • hepatitis a b and c • sexually transmitted diseases • curing hepatitis
Rebif for Multiple Sclerosis
Rebif is a naturally-occuring interferon that is used to combat forms of multiple sclerosis. It is believed to be one of the most effective medications on the market.
rebif • multiple sclerosis • ms • disease-modifying drug • medication
Rebif is a naturally-occuring interferon that is used to combat forms of multiple sclerosis. It is believed to be one of the most effective medications on the market.
rebif • multiple sclerosis • ms • disease-modifying drug • medication
My Diagnosis and Early Days of Treatment for Hepatitis C
May is Hepatitis Awareness Month. In April 1999 I was diagnosed with Hepatitis C. Until then I had not heard of this virus. Since then I have learned A LOT and successfully completed treatment. It is estimated that two out of every 100 people in Louisiana have this virus. Read about my experiences from a diary I kept during 1999. They may be similar to yours or your neighbor's.
hepatitis c • diagnosis • lsu medical center
May is Hepatitis Awareness Month. In April 1999 I was diagnosed with Hepatitis C. Until then I had not heard of this virus. Since then I have learned A LOT and successfully completed treatment. It is estimated that two out of every 100 people in Louisiana have this virus. Read about my experiences from a diary I kept during 1999. They may be similar to yours or your neighbor's.
hepatitis c • diagnosis • lsu medical center
Cancer Gene Therapy II
This article concludes an introduction to cancer gene therapy. There are three broad categories for applying gene therapy to cancer treatment: (1)restoring proper gene function, (2)stimulating the body's immune system to destroy the cancer, and (3)introduce a gene that converts an inactive drug into a toxic drug.
p53 • p21 • apoptosis • antisense • mutation
This article concludes an introduction to cancer gene therapy. There are three broad categories for applying gene therapy to cancer treatment: (1)restoring proper gene function, (2)stimulating the body's immune system to destroy the cancer, and (3)introduce a gene that converts an inactive drug into a toxic drug.
p53 • p21 • apoptosis • antisense • mutation
Introduction to Immunology-Part II
This conclusion to an introduction to immunology describes the functioning of the various components of the immune system and how they are interrelated.
immunity • immunology • phagocytes • phagocytosis • clonal selection
This conclusion to an introduction to immunology describes the functioning of the various components of the immune system and how they are interrelated.
immunity • immunology • phagocytes • phagocytosis • clonal selection
The ABCs of MS Treatments
A guide to the disease-modifying agents in multiple sclerosis – Avonex® (interferon beta-1a), Betaseron® (interferon beta-1b), and Copaxone® (glatiramer acetate).
ms • multiple sclerosis • multiple • sclerosis • avonex
A guide to the disease-modifying agents in multiple sclerosis – Avonex® (interferon beta-1a), Betaseron® (interferon beta-1b), and Copaxone® (glatiramer acetate).
ms • multiple sclerosis • multiple • sclerosis • avonex
The Importance of Learning Your Genotype
Now scientists predict that people who have hepatitis C, have billions of actual viruses circulating within their body. Although there may be one or two predominant sub-types, the infection as a whole is not a single entity and is composed of many different quasispecies.
genotype • hepatitis c • hepatitis • hcv • blood
Now scientists predict that people who have hepatitis C, have billions of actual viruses circulating within their body. Although there may be one or two predominant sub-types, the infection as a whole is not a single entity and is composed of many different quasispecies.
genotype • hepatitis c • hepatitis • hcv • blood
Copaxone for Multiple Sclerosis
Copaxone, or glatiramer acetate, is a disease-modifying medication for multiple sclerosis. Unlike interferon drugs, Copaxone is a synthetic compound.
copaxone • glatiramer acetate • disease-modifying drugs • multiple sclerosis • ms
Copaxone, or glatiramer acetate, is a disease-modifying medication for multiple sclerosis. Unlike interferon drugs, Copaxone is a synthetic compound.
copaxone • glatiramer acetate • disease-modifying drugs • multiple sclerosis • ms
Immunity - Protection Against Microorganisms
The lymphatic system, in conjunction with specific white blood cells, form the immune system and give the body a first line of defense against illness and disease.
immunity • lymphatic system • lymph nodes • infection • disease
The lymphatic system, in conjunction with specific white blood cells, form the immune system and give the body a first line of defense against illness and disease.
immunity • lymphatic system • lymph nodes • infection • disease
Transfer Factors and Hepatitis C
In the US, treatment for chronic hepatitis C is currently limited to interferon and ribavirin. At least one non-prescription supplement may prove useful, as well.
transfer factors and hepatitis • scientific evidence for transfer factors • how hepatitis c damages the liver • treatment for hepatitis c • consequences of hepatitis c
In the US, treatment for chronic hepatitis C is currently limited to interferon and ribavirin. At least one non-prescription supplement may prove useful, as well.
transfer factors and hepatitis • scientific evidence for transfer factors • how hepatitis c damages the liver • treatment for hepatitis c • consequences of hepatitis c
I Tested Positive for Hepatitis C, Now What?
There are currently two different types of therapy for chronic hepatitisC: Monotherapy or Combination therapy. There is a strict criteria you must meet before you are able to get these types of treatments. It is important that you see your doctor regularly and have your enzyme levels tested regularly to determine what course you should proceed with.
hepatitis c • hepatitis • liver • transplant
There are currently two different types of therapy for chronic hepatitisC: Monotherapy or Combination therapy. There is a strict criteria you must meet before you are able to get these types of treatments. It is important that you see your doctor regularly and have your enzyme levels tested regularly to determine what course you should proceed with.
hepatitis c • hepatitis • liver • transplant
Betaseron: A Medication for MS
Disease-modifying drugs are now available to fight multiple sclerosis. One of the top choices is Betaseron, a high dose injectable interferon......
betaseron • multiple sclerosis • ms • medication • drugs
Disease-modifying drugs are now available to fight multiple sclerosis. One of the top choices is Betaseron, a high dose injectable interferon......
betaseron • multiple sclerosis • ms • medication • drugs
Using that four letter word... C U R E
Well, I'm here to say that if someone ever tells you they have a CURE for Hepatitis C, you need to run! Run away and don't look back!
hepatitis c • hep c • hcv • cure • therapy
Well, I'm here to say that if someone ever tells you they have a CURE for Hepatitis C, you need to run! Run away and don't look back!
hepatitis c • hep c • hcv • cure • therapy
Autoimmune Hepatitis I
In Part I of this two-part article on autoimmune hepatitis, I present an overview of the symptoms, environmental triggers, prevalence and nature of autoimmune hepatitis and I describe the autoantibodies that are seen in this condition.
hepatitis • autoimmune • aih • liver • viruses
In Part I of this two-part article on autoimmune hepatitis, I present an overview of the symptoms, environmental triggers, prevalence and nature of autoimmune hepatitis and I describe the autoantibodies that are seen in this condition.
hepatitis • autoimmune • aih • liver • viruses
Benefits of Acupuncture
Researchers have shown that the physiological effects of acupuncture are primarily derived from an increased production of endorphins and other natural opioid peptides.
acupuncture • immune system • autoimmune disease • immune-mediated • endorphin
Researchers have shown that the physiological effects of acupuncture are primarily derived from an increased production of endorphins and other natural opioid peptides.
acupuncture • immune system • autoimmune disease • immune-mediated • endorphin
Hepatitis A, B, C 's
Hepatitis is one of the largest public health problems facing our nation today. Millions of people in the world have it. There are vaccinations against Hepatitis A and B, but not currently available for Hepatitis C. The Medical field is making great strides to find a cure, but the current mode of treatment doesn't work for everybody. This informational site gives links to the latest news, treatments and research.
hepatitis c • hepatitis • liver disease • liver cancer • sickness
Hepatitis is one of the largest public health problems facing our nation today. Millions of people in the world have it. There are vaccinations against Hepatitis A and B, but not currently available for Hepatitis C. The Medical field is making great strides to find a cure, but the current mode of treatment doesn't work for everybody. This informational site gives links to the latest news, treatments and research.
hepatitis c • hepatitis • liver disease • liver cancer • sickness
Factors That Affect Hepatitis C Treatment
Hepatitis C affects about 4 million people in the United States. Response to treatment can be predicted from social, viral, and host factors.
factors that affect sustained virologic response i • host factors that affect treatment of hepatitis c • viral factors that affect treatment of hepatitis c • social psychological factors that affect treatment • how hepatitis c responds to treatment in different
Hepatitis C affects about 4 million people in the United States. Response to treatment can be predicted from social, viral, and host factors.
factors that affect sustained virologic response i • host factors that affect treatment of hepatitis c • viral factors that affect treatment of hepatitis c • social psychological factors that affect treatment • how hepatitis c responds to treatment in different
Funding Research to Treat MS
The process for funding multiple sclerosis research directly impacts the discovery of treatments available for all forms of the disease.
multiple sclerosis • ms • m.s. • funding • funds
The process for funding multiple sclerosis research directly impacts the discovery of treatments available for all forms of the disease.
multiple sclerosis • ms • m.s. • funding • funds
The Importance of Water
There are tons of studies that will show you that your average adult weighing in at under 200 lbs should be consuming at least 1 gallon a day of life giving, life sustaining water. Adding at least a cup for each additional 10 lbs.
water • hepatitis • hepc • hepb • hcv
There are tons of studies that will show you that your average adult weighing in at under 200 lbs should be consuming at least 1 gallon a day of life giving, life sustaining water. Adding at least a cup for each additional 10 lbs.
water • hepatitis • hepc • hepb • hcv
Worried About Anthrax? Strengthen Your Immune System
What if diseases like anthrax, smallpox and plague were released in your home town or your place of work? Is there anything you can do now to prepare yourself and improve your chances of survival? Herbalist Susun Weed discusses herbs and home remedies that you can use now to help avoid infection and build a strong immune system.
anthrax • immune system • immunity • herb • susun
What if diseases like anthrax, smallpox and plague were released in your home town or your place of work? Is there anything you can do now to prepare yourself and improve your chances of survival? Herbalist Susun Weed discusses herbs and home remedies that you can use now to help avoid infection and build a strong immune system.
anthrax • immune system • immunity • herb • susun
Hungarian Space Travel
In 1980, 25 years ago, flight the first and only Hungarian astronaut into the space. In this article I would like to remember that thing.
space • hungary • hungarian • solyut • soyuz
In 1980, 25 years ago, flight the first and only Hungarian astronaut into the space. In this article I would like to remember that thing.
space • hungary • hungarian • solyut • soyuz
I Tested Positive for Hepatitis B, Now What?
Currently there is only one approved treatment for hepatitis B called interferon alpha 2-b. It is important to Vaccinate your family against Hepatitis B.
hepatitis b • hepatitis • liver • vaccinate
Currently there is only one approved treatment for hepatitis B called interferon alpha 2-b. It is important to Vaccinate your family against Hepatitis B.
hepatitis b • hepatitis • liver • vaccinate
Foods That Boost Immunity
With cold and flu season fast approaching, eating foods rich in certain vitamins and minerals can boost immunity and reduce the risk of catching nasty wintertime bugs.
foods that boost immunity • foods vital for healthy immune system • vitamins and minerals that boost immunity • foods for a healthy immune system • vitamin a boosts immunity
With cold and flu season fast approaching, eating foods rich in certain vitamins and minerals can boost immunity and reduce the risk of catching nasty wintertime bugs.
foods that boost immunity • foods vital for healthy immune system • vitamins and minerals that boost immunity • foods for a healthy immune system • vitamin a boosts immunity
Infertility Treatments
Infertility is one of the endorphin deficiency states. LDN increases endorphin levels and helps the immune system heal, factors that increase and enhance fertility.
infertility • autoimmune infertility • pcos • endometriosis • autoimmune disease
Infertility is one of the endorphin deficiency states. LDN increases endorphin levels and helps the immune system heal, factors that increase and enhance fertility.
infertility • autoimmune infertility • pcos • endometriosis • autoimmune disease
Psoriasis is More Than a Skin Disease
The cosmetic disfigurement caused by psoriasis can impact a person's quality of life, but the less familiar arthritis associated with this condition can be crippling.
risk factors for psoriasis • risk factors for psoriatic arthritis • signs and symptoms of psoriatic arthritis • cause of psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis • family history and psoriasis
The cosmetic disfigurement caused by psoriasis can impact a person's quality of life, but the less familiar arthritis associated with this condition can be crippling.
risk factors for psoriasis • risk factors for psoriatic arthritis • signs and symptoms of psoriatic arthritis • cause of psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis • family history and psoriasis
SARS Makes Headlines Again
SARS has gained notoriety again after several years, so know the facts.
sars • sars treatment • sars epidemic • sars symptoms • sars infection
SARS has gained notoriety again after several years, so know the facts.
sars • sars treatment • sars epidemic • sars symptoms • sars infection
Therapeutic Humor
How does humor affect health care surroundings? Read on to find out more about the value and effects of humor.
therapeutic effects of humor • value of humor • humor as a coping method • value of humor to health care professionals and pa • humor helps handle stress
How does humor affect health care surroundings? Read on to find out more about the value and effects of humor.
therapeutic effects of humor • value of humor • humor as a coping method • value of humor to health care professionals and pa • humor helps handle stress
Astounding Astragalus
Astragalus, or Huang-Qi, is called by some the "young person's Ginseng". But you don't have to be a youth to benefit from this ancient herb. If you're tired or suffer from stress, this may be for you...
astagalus • huang-qi • herb • herbal • herbalist
Astragalus, or Huang-Qi, is called by some the "young person's Ginseng". But you don't have to be a youth to benefit from this ancient herb. If you're tired or suffer from stress, this may be for you...
astagalus • huang-qi • herb • herbal • herbalist
SSI Disability and Hepatitis B and C
Often Hepatitis patients become so critically ill that they can no longer work. They can go through their savings quickly, especially those who are on REBETRON or Interferon therapy. Listed is the process description about how to apply for SSI or Disability Insurance.
disability • ssi • hepatitis c • hepatitis • hcv
Often Hepatitis patients become so critically ill that they can no longer work. They can go through their savings quickly, especially those who are on REBETRON or Interferon therapy. Listed is the process description about how to apply for SSI or Disability Insurance.
disability • ssi • hepatitis c • hepatitis • hcv
Zinc and the Common Cold
What possible good can the use of Zinc be in the treatment of cold and flue? What are the actions?
zinc • cold • flu • upper respiratory distress.
What possible good can the use of Zinc be in the treatment of cold and flue? What are the actions?
zinc • cold • flu • upper respiratory distress.
Autoimmune Disorders
This article describes systemic and organ-specific autoimmune disorders and the variability seen in these disorders.
autoimmune • disorders • diseases • immune • system
This article describes systemic and organ-specific autoimmune disorders and the variability seen in these disorders.
autoimmune • disorders • diseases • immune • system
Cat Eye Infections
Infections are common eye problems in cats and are caused by a variety of pathogens. Luckily, most feline eye disease can be successfully treated by a veterinarian.
cat eye infection • feline eye infection • feline conjunctivitis • conjunctivitis in cats • eye problems in cats
Infections are common eye problems in cats and are caused by a variety of pathogens. Luckily, most feline eye disease can be successfully treated by a veterinarian.
cat eye infection • feline eye infection • feline conjunctivitis • conjunctivitis in cats • eye problems in cats
Five Ways to Boost a Child's Immune System
When parents boost a child's immune system, it gives his body the power to fight back against harmful germs, viruses, and bacteria.
ways to boost child's immune system • boost child's immune system • child's immune system • tips help kids stay healthy • feed children nutritionally balanced diet
When parents boost a child's immune system, it gives his body the power to fight back against harmful germs, viruses, and bacteria.
ways to boost child's immune system • boost child's immune system • child's immune system • tips help kids stay healthy • feed children nutritionally balanced diet
Graves' Disease Revisited
Graves' disease is a self-limited autoimmune hyperthyroid disorder caused by a combination of genes and environmental triggers.
graves disease • autoimmune • thyroid • environmental triggers • tsi
Graves' disease is a self-limited autoimmune hyperthyroid disorder caused by a combination of genes and environmental triggers.
graves disease • autoimmune • thyroid • environmental triggers • tsi
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