While there is currently no cure for this disorder, proper treatments can significantly improve patients’ quality of life. In this article, we discuss everything you should know about [...]
When prescribed infusion therapy, or intravenous (IV) therapy, patients can choose where they want to receive their infusions. Selecting an infusion center with high credentials and an emphasis [...]
In 2002, Andrew “Andy” Matrone began experiencing fatigue, muscle cramps, visual problems, nausea, muscle tremors and memory loss. His primary care provider noticed low iron levels and referred [...]
The medical community continuously seeks to discover new cancer treatments and blood disorder treatments. New therapies work best when doctors listen, diagnose correctly and find the best [...]
Anemia is a common blood disorder. Nearly 1 in 4 people worldwide are affected by anemia and more than 3 million people in the United States experience the condition. More than 400 types of [...]
Infusion therapy – also called IV therapy – is often associated with cancer treatment. It was designed to deliver various medications into the bloodstream, but it is not just for chemotherapy. [...]
Non-Hodgkin lymphoma is a type of blood cancer that affects the lymphatic system, which is part of the immune system. Our bodies produce white blood cells that fight infections and diseases. [...]
Deep vein thrombosis occurs when the blood flow in a vein deep inside the body is blocked or slowed. It is often undiagnosed, but it is a serious medical condition. Deep vein thrombosis is [...]
Treating hemochromatosis with phlebotomies is a safe and effective way to reduce excess iron in the body. Hemochromatosis is a condition that causes one’s body to absorb and store too much iron [...]
Rituxan is a type of antibody therapy used to treat certain types of cancer, rheumatoid arthritis and some autoimmune diseases. A healthcare professional can administer Rituxan infusions in a [...]