Articles related to "Sarcoidosis"
Unraveling the Mystery of Sarcoidosis
Sarcoidosis research has been unraveling the mystery since the first report of findings in 1877. Many opportuities now exist for consumers to educate themselves and participate on various levels.
sarcoidosis • sarcoidosis research • wasog • statement on sarcoidosis • history
Sarcoidosis research has been unraveling the mystery since the first report of findings in 1877. Many opportuities now exist for consumers to educate themselves and participate on various levels.
sarcoidosis • sarcoidosis research • wasog • statement on sarcoidosis • history
Sarcoidosis
Sarcoidosis, is an inflammatory systemic autoimmune condition characterized by the formation of granulomas, which can cause fibrosis and interfere with organ function.
sarcoidosis • granulomas • granulomatous lesions • pulmonary fibrosis • neurosarcoidosis
Sarcoidosis, is an inflammatory systemic autoimmune condition characterized by the formation of granulomas, which can cause fibrosis and interfere with organ function.
sarcoidosis • granulomas • granulomatous lesions • pulmonary fibrosis • neurosarcoidosis
Post 9/11 Sarcoidosis
Studies show that exposure to the airborne toxins generated by the WTC attacks triggered the development of sarcoidosis and sarcoidosis-like respiratory diseases.
sarcoidosis • lungs • world trade center • 9/11 • toxic dust
Studies show that exposure to the airborne toxins generated by the WTC attacks triggered the development of sarcoidosis and sarcoidosis-like respiratory diseases.
sarcoidosis • lungs • world trade center • 9/11 • toxic dust
Sarcoidosis Symptoms, Risk Factors & Treatment
It's a mysterious illness that affects tens of thousands of Americans, but many of them don't even know they have it. Find out if you have sarcoidosis.
sacoidosis • sarcoidosis research • sarcoidosis disease • sarcoid • lung disease sarcoidosis
It's a mysterious illness that affects tens of thousands of Americans, but many of them don't even know they have it. Find out if you have sarcoidosis.
sacoidosis • sarcoidosis research • sarcoidosis disease • sarcoid • lung disease sarcoidosis
Sarcoidosis: My Mystery Revealed
Sarcoidosis is an inflammatory, multisystem disease that can affect any part of the body, often imitating other conditions and baffling consumers and physicians, alike.
sarcoidosis • health • chronic disease • arthritis • immune sytem response
Sarcoidosis is an inflammatory, multisystem disease that can affect any part of the body, often imitating other conditions and baffling consumers and physicians, alike.
sarcoidosis • health • chronic disease • arthritis • immune sytem response
The Joy of Play: Children Living with Sarcoidosis
Children living with sarcoidosis may face special challenges. One of the best gifts adults can give to them is to help them engage in joyful play, the work of their lives.
sarcoidosis • play • children • adolescents • arthropathy
Children living with sarcoidosis may face special challenges. One of the best gifts adults can give to them is to help them engage in joyful play, the work of their lives.
sarcoidosis • play • children • adolescents • arthropathy
Pregnancy and Parenting with Sarcoidosis
The decision to raise a family warrants some special considerations when either parent is challenged by chronic sarcoidosis. This article will examine some pertinent issues.
parenting • pregnancy • childbearing • sarcoidois • chronic condition
The decision to raise a family warrants some special considerations when either parent is challenged by chronic sarcoidosis. This article will examine some pertinent issues.
parenting • pregnancy • childbearing • sarcoidois • chronic condition
Group Healing: Sarcoidosis Support Groups
Dealing with a major life change, such as a chronic condition, requires all the resources we have at our disposal. Support groups are a valuable adjunct to those resources.
support • support groups • healing • sarcoidosis • chronic condition
Dealing with a major life change, such as a chronic condition, requires all the resources we have at our disposal. Support groups are a valuable adjunct to those resources.
support • support groups • healing • sarcoidosis • chronic condition
Sarcoidosis Treatment Options: Part I
Traditional Western, or allopathic medicine offers a variety of treatment options to control sarcoidosis symptoms. Finding the right combination of treatments and dealing with side effects can present challenges that sometime rival the symptoms.
western medicine • allopathic medicine • medical model • doctor • sarcoidosis
Traditional Western, or allopathic medicine offers a variety of treatment options to control sarcoidosis symptoms. Finding the right combination of treatments and dealing with side effects can present challenges that sometime rival the symptoms.
western medicine • allopathic medicine • medical model • doctor • sarcoidosis
Sarcoidosis Treatment Options: Part II
While Suzanne Somers announcement may have brought media attention to the use of alternative therapies, for over a decade consumers have attested to the benefits of complementary and alternative medicine with their healthcare dollars.
cam • complementary medicine • alternative therapies • conventional medicine • homeopathy
While Suzanne Somers announcement may have brought media attention to the use of alternative therapies, for over a decade consumers have attested to the benefits of complementary and alternative medicine with their healthcare dollars.
cam • complementary medicine • alternative therapies • conventional medicine • homeopathy
Managing Inflammation with Nutrition
Proper nutrition can be an effective way to help manage some of the symptoms of sarcoidosis, including inflammation. Recent research in biochemistry, as well as the wider acceptance of the use of herbs and supplements, offer a viable alternative or adjunct to conventional medical treatment.
sarcoidosis • nutrition • nutitionist • dietitian • nutrients
Proper nutrition can be an effective way to help manage some of the symptoms of sarcoidosis, including inflammation. Recent research in biochemistry, as well as the wider acceptance of the use of herbs and supplements, offer a viable alternative or adjunct to conventional medical treatment.
sarcoidosis • nutrition • nutitionist • dietitian • nutrients
Melatonin in Autoimmune Disease
The hormone melatonin promotes sleep and enhances immune function. Despite these benefits, until studies are complete, it should be used cautiously in autoimmune diseases
melatonin • autoimmune diseases • circadian rhythms • cytokines • sarcoidosis
The hormone melatonin promotes sleep and enhances immune function. Despite these benefits, until studies are complete, it should be used cautiously in autoimmune diseases
melatonin • autoimmune diseases • circadian rhythms • cytokines • sarcoidosis
The Flu Vaccine and Autoimmune Disorders
An autoimmune disorder and the medication used to treat the disease weakens the immune system, causing individuals to easily contract the flu and suffer complications.
flu shot autoimmune disease • flu vaccine for autoimmune disorders • flu vaccine for autoimmune disorder • flu shot high risk • h1n1 sarcoidosis
An autoimmune disorder and the medication used to treat the disease weakens the immune system, causing individuals to easily contract the flu and suffer complications.
flu shot autoimmune disease • flu vaccine for autoimmune disorders • flu vaccine for autoimmune disorder • flu shot high risk • h1n1 sarcoidosis
Measuring Pain by the Numbers
JCAHO has implemented a new standard that requires evaluation of pain. Pain scales are are often used to measure pain complaints.
pain • sarcoidosis • jcaho • standard • pain scale
JCAHO has implemented a new standard that requires evaluation of pain. Pain scales are are often used to measure pain complaints.
pain • sarcoidosis • jcaho • standard • pain scale
Hubbard Sauna Detoxification Regimen
Daily, we're exposed to thousands of toxins. As studies in 911 response workers show, sweating is one of the most efficient ways of reducing the body's toxic burden.
saunas • spa treatments • detoxification • hubbard sauna detoxification • sweating
Daily, we're exposed to thousands of toxins. As studies in 911 response workers show, sweating is one of the most efficient ways of reducing the body's toxic burden.
saunas • spa treatments • detoxification • hubbard sauna detoxification • sweating
Pros and Cons of Types of Oxygen Therapy
Estimates are that between 600,000 and 800,000 patients receive long-term oxygen therapy in the US, according to 1990s data. Various delivery systems are available.
oxygen therapy • lung disease • #3 killer disease in us • lung cancer • asthma
Estimates are that between 600,000 and 800,000 patients receive long-term oxygen therapy in the US, according to 1990s data. Various delivery systems are available.
oxygen therapy • lung disease • #3 killer disease in us • lung cancer • asthma
Pulmonary Fibrosis
Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis can occur as the sole disease or as an accompanying disorder in patients with SLE and other autoimmune conditions.
lung disease • autoimmune lung disease • pulmonary fibrosis • lung fibrosis • sarcoidosis
Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis can occur as the sole disease or as an accompanying disorder in patients with SLE and other autoimmune conditions.
lung disease • autoimmune lung disease • pulmonary fibrosis • lung fibrosis • sarcoidosis
Treating Fibrosis
Scleroderma, autoimmune liver diseases, pretibial myxedema, thyroid and other conditions are often complicated by fibrosis. Learn the latest treatment news.
fibrosis • autoimmune disease • liver disease • pulmonary fibrosis • pretibial myxedema
Scleroderma, autoimmune liver diseases, pretibial myxedema, thyroid and other conditions are often complicated by fibrosis. Learn the latest treatment news.
fibrosis • autoimmune disease • liver disease • pulmonary fibrosis • pretibial myxedema
A Cure for Autoimmune Disease?
The Marshall Protocol enables the immune system to destroy the intracellular bacteria that are thought to be the root cause of autoimmune illness.
marshall protocol • what is the marshall protocol cure? • is there a cure for autoimmune disease? • is there a cure for sarcoidosis? • cure for lupus
The Marshall Protocol enables the immune system to destroy the intracellular bacteria that are thought to be the root cause of autoimmune illness.
marshall protocol • what is the marshall protocol cure? • is there a cure for autoimmune disease? • is there a cure for sarcoidosis? • cure for lupus
Are Your Vitamin D Supplements Making You Sick?
Some research scientists believe that autoimmune disease is caused by a massive intracellular invasion of bacteria, which hijacks the body's vitamin D receptor.
vitamin d • marshall protocol and vitamin d • should i take vitamin d with autoimmune disease? • should i take vitamin d with sarcoidosis? • should i take vitamin d with lupus
Some research scientists believe that autoimmune disease is caused by a massive intracellular invasion of bacteria, which hijacks the body's vitamin D receptor.
vitamin d • marshall protocol and vitamin d • should i take vitamin d with autoimmune disease? • should i take vitamin d with sarcoidosis? • should i take vitamin d with lupus
Reclaim the Spirit of the Holidays
Holiday stress has become an acceptable aspect of celebrating the holiday season. Rather than accepting stress and expending energy on managing it, why not focus instead on reclaiming the spirit of the season? Read this article to find out how.
sarcoidosis • holidays • holiday stress • stress management • spirit
Holiday stress has become an acceptable aspect of celebrating the holiday season. Rather than accepting stress and expending energy on managing it, why not focus instead on reclaiming the spirit of the season? Read this article to find out how.
sarcoidosis • holidays • holiday stress • stress management • spirit
Smart Travelling: Reflections on My Journey to Acceptance
While the pain and fatigue of my sarcoidosis are invisible yet constant reminders of my illness, a recent train journey pushed me toward reflecting on how well I've accepted the disability that comes with it.
sarcoidosis • travel • disability travel • illness • reflection
While the pain and fatigue of my sarcoidosis are invisible yet constant reminders of my illness, a recent train journey pushed me toward reflecting on how well I've accepted the disability that comes with it.
sarcoidosis • travel • disability travel • illness • reflection
The Foundations of Wellness
Wellness information can be found in many different media. But, how much do we really know about wellness? How did the wellness movement start and what does wellness really mean? Having a srong foundation is essential for developing a wellness lifestyle.
wellness • six dimensions • goals • reflection • life planning
Wellness information can be found in many different media. But, how much do we really know about wellness? How did the wellness movement start and what does wellness really mean? Having a srong foundation is essential for developing a wellness lifestyle.
wellness • six dimensions • goals • reflection • life planning
VH1 Flavor of Love 3 Reunion Show
Flavor Flav proposed to his baby's mother,Liz, on the VH1 Flavor of Love Reunion Show. It was not a surprise. He was never looking for love because all along.
flav proposed baby's mother liz • flavor of love 3 reunion show • flavor flav has future plans • thing 2 flavor of love winner • flavor flav liz and son carma
Flavor Flav proposed to his baby's mother,Liz, on the VH1 Flavor of Love Reunion Show. It was not a surprise. He was never looking for love because all along.
flav proposed baby's mother liz • flavor of love 3 reunion show • flavor flav has future plans • thing 2 flavor of love winner • flavor flav liz and son carma
What is the Marshall Protocol?
The Marshall Protocol claims to be a curative treatment for people suffering from one or more autoimmune diseases that have resisted all other treatments.
marshall protocol • what is the marshall protocol? • is there a cure for autoimmune diseases? • can autoimmune diseases be cured? • can the marshall protocol cure hashimoto's?
The Marshall Protocol claims to be a curative treatment for people suffering from one or more autoimmune diseases that have resisted all other treatments.
marshall protocol • what is the marshall protocol? • is there a cure for autoimmune diseases? • can autoimmune diseases be cured? • can the marshall protocol cure hashimoto's?
Autoimmune Liver Diseases
A better understanding of the populations primarily affected by autoimmune liver diseases can help elicit the environmental triggers of these disorders.
autoimmune liver diseases • primary biliary cirrhosis • pbc • autoimmune hepatitis • primary sclerosing cholangitis
A better understanding of the populations primarily affected by autoimmune liver diseases can help elicit the environmental triggers of these disorders.
autoimmune liver diseases • primary biliary cirrhosis • pbc • autoimmune hepatitis • primary sclerosing cholangitis
The Marshall Protocol: ARBs and Antibiotics
The first stage of the Marshall Protocol uses a specifically-designed drug to reactivate the body's immune system.
marshall protocol and vitamin d • marshall protocol and arb • benicar • marshall protocol and benicar • curing the vdr problem
The first stage of the Marshall Protocol uses a specifically-designed drug to reactivate the body's immune system.
marshall protocol and vitamin d • marshall protocol and arb • benicar • marshall protocol and benicar • curing the vdr problem
Remission and Flares
This article describes the concept of remission in autoimmune disease and the factors that influence remission and trigger flares of disease activity.
remission • autoimmune • autoimmune disease • myasthenia gravis • graves' disease
This article describes the concept of remission in autoimmune disease and the factors that influence remission and trigger flares of disease activity.
remission • autoimmune • autoimmune disease • myasthenia gravis • graves' disease
Addison's Disease
This articles describe primary adrenal insufficiency or Addison's disease, including its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
addisons • disease • adrenal • insufficiency • autoimmune
This articles describe primary adrenal insufficiency or Addison's disease, including its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
addisons • disease • adrenal • insufficiency • autoimmune
Cholecalciferol - Vitamin D
We all know that Vitamin D can be derived from the sun through our skin, but what we also need to know are the factors that prevent this conversion from happening.
vitamin d • osteoporosis • muscle pain • supplements • cholecalciferol
We all know that Vitamin D can be derived from the sun through our skin, but what we also need to know are the factors that prevent this conversion from happening.
vitamin d • osteoporosis • muscle pain • supplements • cholecalciferol
Actor Bernie Mac and Musician Isaac Hayes Die
Hollywood is reeling from the shocking news that two beloved staples in the industry have died over the weekend.
isaac hayes dead • bernie mac dead • bernie mac health problems • isaac hayes south park • chef on south park
Hollywood is reeling from the shocking news that two beloved staples in the industry have died over the weekend.
isaac hayes dead • bernie mac dead • bernie mac health problems • isaac hayes south park • chef on south park
Autoimmune Hearing Loss
Autoimmune hearing loss, which is a medical emergency, can occur as a distinct condition or as an accompanying feature of other autoimmune disorders.
meniere • autoimmune • autoimmune hearing loss • deafness • vasculitis
Autoimmune hearing loss, which is a medical emergency, can occur as a distinct condition or as an accompanying feature of other autoimmune disorders.
meniere • autoimmune • autoimmune hearing loss • deafness • vasculitis
Autoimmune Pancreatitis
Until 1995, when autoimmune pancreatitis was first described, pancreatitis was considered a disease induced exclusively by alcoholism.
pancreas • pancreatitis • autoimmune • autoimmune pancreatitis • alcoholism
Until 1995, when autoimmune pancreatitis was first described, pancreatitis was considered a disease induced exclusively by alcoholism.
pancreas • pancreatitis • autoimmune • autoimmune pancreatitis • alcoholism
Bad Taste In the Mouth
Events can "leave a bad taste" in your mouth figuratively, but when a bad taste is present literally, it can be more than frustrating. Over 20 conditions cause dysgeusia.
bad taste in mouth • what is dysgeusia • zinc deficiency • sinusitis and taste • medications and taste
Events can "leave a bad taste" in your mouth figuratively, but when a bad taste is present literally, it can be more than frustrating. Over 20 conditions cause dysgeusia.
bad taste in mouth • what is dysgeusia • zinc deficiency • sinusitis and taste • medications and taste
Holistic Approach to Wellness
What does it take to be healthy? A holistic approach takes into account the interaction between the body and the mind.
holistic approach • wellness • holistic • health • body
What does it take to be healthy? A holistic approach takes into account the interaction between the body and the mind.
holistic approach • wellness • holistic • health • body
How is Vitiligo Diagnosed?
Diagnosis of vitiligo involves detailed history taking, physical examination of the skin, and laboratory tests to rule out any associated diseases.
how is vitiligo diagnosed • disease that turns skin white • diagnosis of vitiligo • lab tests vitiligo • disease skin loss color
Diagnosis of vitiligo involves detailed history taking, physical examination of the skin, and laboratory tests to rule out any associated diseases.
how is vitiligo diagnosed • disease that turns skin white • diagnosis of vitiligo • lab tests vitiligo • disease skin loss color
Idiopathic Hypoparathyroidism
This article describes the diagnosis, symptoms, manifestations, and treatment of autoimmune hypoparathyroidism.
hypoparathyroidism • parathyroid • pth • vitamin d • calcium
This article describes the diagnosis, symptoms, manifestations, and treatment of autoimmune hypoparathyroidism.
hypoparathyroidism • parathyroid • pth • vitamin d • calcium
Lymphoma in Autoimmune Disease
An increased incidence of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) is associated with certain autoimmune diseases. This article describes the autoimmune connection in NHL.
autoimmune • disease • hodgkin • lymphoma • celiac
An increased incidence of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) is associated with certain autoimmune diseases. This article describes the autoimmune connection in NHL.
autoimmune • disease • hodgkin • lymphoma • celiac
Rheumatoid Factor
This article describes the rheumatoid factor (RF) test, and it explains how RF contributes to symptoms in rheumatoid arthritis and several other autimmune disorders.
arthritis • rheumatoid • factor • autoimmune • autoantibody
This article describes the rheumatoid factor (RF) test, and it explains how RF contributes to symptoms in rheumatoid arthritis and several other autimmune disorders.
arthritis • rheumatoid • factor • autoimmune • autoantibody
Understanding Transverse Myelitis
Tranverse myelitis is an inflammatory neurological condition that can occur in multiple sclerosis, vasculitis and other autoimmune conditions.
transverse myelitis • multiple sclerosis • autoimmune disease • neurological disorder • spinal cord
Tranverse myelitis is an inflammatory neurological condition that can occur in multiple sclerosis, vasculitis and other autoimmune conditions.
transverse myelitis • multiple sclerosis • autoimmune disease • neurological disorder • spinal cord
Uveitis
Uveitis is an inflammatory eye condition usually affecting the front of the eye that may occur alone or it may accompany systemic autoimmune disorders.
uveitis • choroiditis • iritis • eye inflammation • autoimmune eye disorder
Uveitis is an inflammatory eye condition usually affecting the front of the eye that may occur alone or it may accompany systemic autoimmune disorders.
uveitis • choroiditis • iritis • eye inflammation • autoimmune eye disorder
Vitamin D
Vitamin D is a key player in the growth and development of bone. Deficiencies have been linked to cancer, autoimmune diseases, Parkinson's, osteoporosis, among others.
vitamin d • vitamin d deficiencies • drug interaction with vitamin d • calcium • autoimmune diseases
Vitamin D is a key player in the growth and development of bone. Deficiencies have been linked to cancer, autoimmune diseases, Parkinson's, osteoporosis, among others.
vitamin d • vitamin d deficiencies • drug interaction with vitamin d • calcium • autoimmune diseases
What are Platelets?
Platelets are fragments of larger cells found in the bone marrow. While they don't possess a nucleus and their lives are short, these "cells" serve a vital role.
how platelets work • platelet activation • platelets and clotting • disorders of platelets • thrombocytopenia
Platelets are fragments of larger cells found in the bone marrow. While they don't possess a nucleus and their lives are short, these "cells" serve a vital role.
how platelets work • platelet activation • platelets and clotting • disorders of platelets • thrombocytopenia
What are TH1 and Th2 Forms of Immune Response?
When the body comes under attack, it uses the helper T-cells to produce the right form of cytokines - but if one type becomes dominant, disease develops.
autoimmune cure • why did i get an autoimmune disease? • how did i get an autoimmune disease? • what is an autoimmune disease? • what are th1 and th2?
When the body comes under attack, it uses the helper T-cells to produce the right form of cytokines - but if one type becomes dominant, disease develops.
autoimmune cure • why did i get an autoimmune disease? • how did i get an autoimmune disease? • what is an autoimmune disease? • what are th1 and th2?
What is Atrial Fibrillation?
Atrial fibrillation is a fast "quivering" of the upper chambers (atria) of the heart. This pumps blood less efficiently and can lead to blood clots and strokes.
causes of atrial fibrillation • treatment of a-fib • cardioversion for a-fib • anticoagulation for atrial fibrillation • coumadin and a-fib
Atrial fibrillation is a fast "quivering" of the upper chambers (atria) of the heart. This pumps blood less efficiently and can lead to blood clots and strokes.
causes of atrial fibrillation • treatment of a-fib • cardioversion for a-fib • anticoagulation for atrial fibrillation • coumadin and a-fib
H1N1 Swine Flu in High Risk Populations
The H1N1 swine flu or seasonal flu in high risk populations can cause serious complications requiring hospitalization. It is imperative these individuals get vaccinated.
h1n1 • swine flu • influenza • seasonal flu • flu
The H1N1 swine flu or seasonal flu in high risk populations can cause serious complications requiring hospitalization. It is imperative these individuals get vaccinated.
h1n1 • swine flu • influenza • seasonal flu • flu
Kidney Stones
What happens when a stone forms in the urinary tract?
kidney stones • calcium stones • uric acid stones • extracorporeal shock-wave lithotripsy • ureteroscopy
What happens when a stone forms in the urinary tract?
kidney stones • calcium stones • uric acid stones • extracorporeal shock-wave lithotripsy • ureteroscopy
PBC Update
This article describes the autoimmune liver disease primary biliary cirrhosis (PBC)including a description of the four disease stages, risk factors for and symptoms of PBC, diagnostic tests and treatment options.
autoimmune • liver • primary • biliary • cirrhosis
This article describes the autoimmune liver disease primary biliary cirrhosis (PBC)including a description of the four disease stages, risk factors for and symptoms of PBC, diagnostic tests and treatment options.
autoimmune • liver • primary • biliary • cirrhosis
Sjögren's Syndrome Basic Facts
Sjögren's disease is a relatively rare problem that can just be annoying or have grave implications.
sjogren's syndrome • sjogren's disease • sicca • dry eyes • dry mouth
Sjögren's disease is a relatively rare problem that can just be annoying or have grave implications.
sjogren's syndrome • sjogren's disease • sicca • dry eyes • dry mouth
Lung Diseases – Restrictive vs Obstructive Types
COPD is Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. IPF is Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis. Nearly 30 million Americans suffer from one of these major lung diseases.
lung disease • pulmonary disease • emphysema • copd • pulmonary fibrosis
COPD is Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. IPF is Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis. Nearly 30 million Americans suffer from one of these major lung diseases.
lung disease • pulmonary disease • emphysema • copd • pulmonary fibrosis
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