Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA There is no cure for amyloidosis, but traditional treatment methods fall into one of two buckets. There are medications that can be prescribed to treat symptoms. These include chemotherapy drugs, heart medications, and targeted therapies for certain types of amyloidosis. The other approach is surgical. Stem… Continue reading Complementary and Alternative Treatments for Amyloidosis
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What is AA (Secondary) Amyloidosis?
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Of the various types of amyloidosis, AA amyloidosis comes about because of another long-term illness. This is often chronic inflammation or infection. Like other forms of amyloidosis, this type can affect different organs in different ways. Understanding how and why this disease progresses is the best… Continue reading What is AA (Secondary) Amyloidosis?
Tips for Caregivers of People with Amyloidosis
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Caring for a loved one with amyloidosis is a significant responsibility that comes with its own set of challenges. As a condition, amyloidosis can cause various health problems across the body. It can be difficult to stay on top of everything you need to know! If… Continue reading Tips for Caregivers of People with Amyloidosis
Diet and Nutrition Advice for People with Amyloidosis
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA If you have amyloidosis, there are a range of steps you can take to improve your health. Alongside medications, healthy life style changes are an accessible and easy way to start! Amyloidosis is a condition characterized by the buildup of amyloid proteins in tissues and organs.… Continue reading Diet and Nutrition Advice for People with Amyloidosis
Bipolar Disorder and Nutrition: Dietitian-Approved Tips
Estimated reading time: 5 minutes Eating a Healthy Diet with Bipolar Disorder Living with bipolar disorder can be challenging, but one aspect that can significantly impact your well-being is your diet. While there’s no one-size-fits-all approach, prioritizing a balanced, nutritious diet can complement other treatment strategies and contribute to mood stability. Let’s explore some dietary… Continue reading Bipolar Disorder and Nutrition: Dietitian-Approved Tips
Join the PatientsLikeMe Creator Community
Who We Are PatientsLikeMe is one of the world’s largest patient community and digital health management platforms. Its growing community of more than 850,000 members with over 2,800 conditions share personal stories and information about their health, symptoms, and treatments, with a goal to improve the lives of all patients through knowledge derived from shared… Continue reading Join the PatientsLikeMe Creator Community
Can I Save Money If I’m Insured? Common FAQs About How to Use Prescription Discount Cards
Common FAQs About How to Use Prescription Discount Cards Living with complex medical conditions often means juggling multiple medications. This can be time-consuming, confusing, and, above all, expensive. While insurance can help manage costs, it doesn’t always cover everything, and figuring out how to make the most of your benefits can be a headache. Fortunately,… Continue reading Can I Save Money If I’m Insured? Common FAQs About How to Use Prescription Discount Cards
How to Use Optum Perks Prescription Discount Card
Homepage Overview When you first hit the homepage, you are prompted to download a free prescription discount card. To clarify: downloading this card does not require any kind of signup, membership, payment, or login. There is no expiration date, no fees associated with it, and it can be used at any time to get deals… Continue reading How to Use Optum Perks Prescription Discount Card
Common Medications for Treating Chronic Pain
Chronic pain is defined as pain persisting for more than three months. It is a complex condition, and depending on how it affects the body requires a varied treatment approach. Medications play a crucial role in managing chronic pain. They are classified into several categories based on how they work and what they treat. Here,… Continue reading Common Medications for Treating Chronic Pain
Signs of Poor Circulation
It may be hard to believe, but your body contains over 60,000 miles of blood vessels. That is long enough to go around the earth 2.5 times! These blood vessels keep our bodies healthy and functioning properly by carrying oxygen and nutrients. If they are not working properly however? You can run into serious problems.… Continue reading Signs of Poor Circulation