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Nikola Stojadinovic/Getty Emotional Theemotional tollof having a chronic disease can be intense. Educating yourself about living with PNH is the first step after you are diagnosed. It can also be tough to cope with the physical and social limitations that the condition can create. Nikola Stojadinovic/Getty Managing your stressis an important aspect of living with a chronic disease. You may experiencesymptomssuch as: Your doctor might suggest different treatments for your symptoms....

If you have been diagnosed with apulmonary embolism, you have already been through quite a lot. Moving around as early as possible after anticoagulant drugs have been started can help to prevent further blood clotting. These may include, for instance,home oxygen therapyor prescription compression stockings to help preventdeep vein thrombosis. Verywell One minute you feel fine; the next you may be gasping for breath and having chest pain. The healthcare provider is ordinarily less surprised upon making adiagnosis of pulmonary embolism....

Some strategies shown to help people reduce stress include meditation, getting plenty of rest, and exercise. The important thing is to find what works for you. Physical The rash and blisters associated with shingles can be highly uncomfortable. Nusha Ashjaee / Verywell For most people, over-the-counter medications and home remedies can be used to manage these symptoms effectively. Keep the area clean using soap and warm (but not hot) water....

Lifestyle changes afterstrokeimpact entire families, not just the person with the stroke. Medications and treatments may be able to help you. Your practitioner might also recommend that you see a mental health professional for specialized treatment. Illustration by Ellen Lindner for Verywell Health Grief Some people experience a grieving process after a stroke. Journaling, talking with a friend, or seeing a therapist can help your emotional healing. Faith leaders often can provide pastoral care to those who value spiritual insights within their tradition....

A diagnosis of thyroid disease introduces you to a lifelong need for its management. No two individuals with thyroid disease experience it the same way, even if they have the same diagnosis. The most effective coping strategies may look different for you than someone else. Treatments for hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism aren’t magic pills or techniques. Even if what you’re experiencing is thyroid-related, the relationship between thyroid hormones and weight is complex....

It can be difficult to spot high-functioning anxiety. From the outside, a person with high-functioning anxiety may appear driven, hardworking, and perfection-seeking. High-functioning anxiety can have a negative impact on work, relationships, and someone’s overall mental health. Delmaine Donson / Getty Images There are many ways to treat the condition, however, ranging from therapy and exercise to medication. Only about 43.2% of people with GAD receive treatment. This can be difficult to discern since “functional” is subjective....

These challenges can put significant stress on you. Steve Debenport/Getty Images What Is Triple-Negative Breast Cancer? TNBC is one of severalsubtypes of breast cancer. Steve Debenport/Getty Images Can I Beat TNBC? So there is much to be hopeful about if you’re diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer. These drugs cause cancer cells to die. Get our printable guide for your next healthcare provider’s appointment to help you ask the right questions....

Plus the Official Word on Magnetic Bracelets Copper bracelets have been touted as a treatment for arthritis symptoms. But does this alternative treatment actually have legs? The limited research on this concept suggests that wearing copper bracelets isnt an effective treatment for arthritis. IAN HOOTON/SPL / Getty Images It was reportedly first used by ancient Egyptians for sterilization purposes. In the late 1800s, physicians began using copper as a treatment for arthritis....

How to Take Advantage of the Benefits and Avoid Overexposure Copper sulfate is an inorganic compound that combinescopperand sulfate. In this form, its a popular raw material for producing other types of copper salts. Copper sulfate uses include stopping the growth of fungus and bacteria. JulieVMac / Getty Images Overexposure can lead to possible toxicity in humans, though. This article discusses the benefits of copper sulfate and the side effects that can come from copper sulfate exposure....

Find out if coQ10 counteracts muscle pain due to statins and more. Statinsare a class of medicines commonly prescribed to lowercholesteroland help preventheart attacksandstrokes. While they have lots ofbenefits, statins are also associated withmuscular side effects, ranging frommuscle paintobreakdown. Courtney Hale / Getty Images Statins deplete your muscles' coenzyme Q10 (coQ10), which may lead to muscle damage. Some people who take statins also supplement with coQ10 to minimize muscular side effects....

CoQ10, orcoenzyme Q10, is a powerful antioxidant that is in most of the tissues in your body. Low CoQ10 levels also have been linked to several neurodegenerative disorders, diabetes, cancer, and cardiovascular disease. Some researchers say it even plays a role in how the condition develops (pathogenesis). Aniko Hobel / Getty Images Research on most FMS treatments has mixed results, but initial CoQ10 studies have been promising. That, paired with how consistent findings are, makes this line of research a promising one....

Free radicals damage proteins like collagen and elastin, cell membranes, and DNA directly. They also turn on the production of enzymes that degrade collagen further damaging the extracellular matrix of the skin. This contributes to wrinkles and sagging of the skin, Farris said. Verywell / Anastasia Tretiak How Should You Use CoQ10 for Skin Care? According to Baron, CoQ10 pairs well with other antioxidants and anti-aging ingredients too. But this doesnt mean CoQ10 supplements are a miracle cure for wrinkles....

A registered dietitian explains the difference. Corianderandcilantroboth come from theCoriandrum sativum(C. sativum) plant, which is a part of theApiaceaefamily.C. sativumis an annual herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean and Middle East regions. KucherAV / Getty Images In the United States, the leaves and stems ofC. sativumare referred to as cilantro, while the seeds are known as coriander. Both are used in culinary practice and may have health benefits....