Author Archives : Dr. Victor Marchione

A colon cleanse is similar to an enema, but uses more water. By inserting a tube into the rectum, nearly 20 gallons of fluid is used to cleanse the colon. The fluid solution may contain probiotics or herbs to help with the cleansing. The fluid, along with the waste, is then released by a regular ...click here to read more

Whenever white spots on throat appear, it is usually a cause for concern and not a normal occurrence. Often times, white spots on throat are caused by an infectious pathogen, so medical treatment is required in order to reduce the risk of complications and rid yourself of the white spots on throat. Here, we will ...click here to read more

Vitiligo may predict immunotherapy response in melanoma patients. In 2014, a male patient noticed a lump under his armpit. When he pressed the lump, it caused a bruise down his side along with severe pain. The male patient was diagnosed with stage four melanoma. Doctors first put him on immunotherapy treatment, which would work for ...click here to read more

Shingles and eczema are skin conditions that can cause a rash-like appearance and inflammation of the skin. Knowing the differences between the two can aid in proper diagnosis as both require a specific treatment. Shingles is a painful rash that is commonly seen among seniors. It is caused by the herpes zoster virus and can ...click here to read more

Depression and anxiety are common features in fibromyalgia patients. A recent online survey involving those who suffer from the chronic condition showed that almost two-thirds of people diagnosed with fibromyalgia have also been diagnosed with depression. The survey, conducted by the chronic support community NewLifeOutlook, included 671 people living with fibromyalgia. Fibromyalgia is best described ...click here to read more

Autism, schizophrenia, ADHD, and bipolar disorder risk in kids may be linked to older dads, according to research. American and Swedish researchers analyzed data from over 2.6 million Swedes. Men who fathered children after the age of 24 faced higher risks of having children with psychiatric problems or academic difficulties. The greatest risk was seen ...click here to read more

Rheumatoid arthritis symptoms can be reduced with an experimental drug Baricitinib, according to research. The drug was found to significantly reduce symptoms and improve daily function among patients where other drugs may have failed. Lead researcher Dr. Mark Genovese said, “If you have active disease and you’ve failed existing treatment options, you should have hope. ...click here to read more

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) patients only need a colonoscopy once in every five years, suggests a study. Those not at high risk may be allowed more years in-between colonoscopies. The findings from University Medical Center Utrecht suggests patients with active IBD who undergo regular colonoscopies have a lower occurrence of interval colorectal cancer, meaning, they ...click here to read more