Before a new treatment can be prescribed to people living with multiple sclerosis (MS), it must first go through the clinical trials process. Clinical trials are studies that last months to years that use healthy volunteers or people with a certain condition to see whether a new drug is safe and effective. Current trials investigating […]
Category: Conditions
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT): Management, Medications, and Treatment Options
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition that develops when a blood clot becomes stuck in a “deep vein” in your body — commonly in the pelvis, legs, and thighs. This blocks blood flow to your organs or extremities (arms or legs), leading to pain and swelling.1 DVT treatments focus on preventing blood clots from […]
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Clinical Trials for Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition that develops when a blood clot becomes lodged in a “deep” vein in your body — typically in the pelvis, legs, or thighs. Currently approved treatments for DVT focus on “thinning” your blood by slowing your body’s blood clotting process. Anticoagulants are medications that prevent the production and […]
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What is Deep Vein Thrombosis? Symptoms & Causes of DVT
Blood clots that form in the body can be dangerous, especially if they’re too large and become stuck in a vein. When a blood clot becomes stuck in a large, deep vein in the body, it’s called deep vein thrombosis (DVT). According to the Cleveland Clinic, around 1 to 3 in every 1,000 American adults […]
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Lupus Clinical Trials
Before a new drug can be given to people living with a disease, it must first go through clinical trials. These studies span months to years and use volunteers with a certain disease to test whether a new drug is effective or better than currently available ones. Current lupus clinical trials are investigating a mix […]
High Blood Pressure Clinical Trials
Recent clinical trials for high blood pressure have provided some new information about:1, 2 How blood pressure numbers and the ways we monitor blood pressure predict the risk of complications1 The importance of regular blood pressure monitoring in patients with specific types of high blood pressure1 Possible new ways to control blood pressure using a […]
Kidney Disease Clinical Trials
Kidney disease develops when the blood vessels in the kidneys become damaged, causing a buildup of extra water and waste in the body. When these problems continue for a long period of time, chronic kidney disease (CKD) is diagnosed.1 Currently available CKD treatments focus on treating the underlying health conditions that drive the disease, including […]
Kidney Disease: Management, Medications, & Treatment Options
Kidney disease is a condition in which the kidneys no longer function as they should, causing extra fluid and waste to build up in the body. When these problems persist over a long period of time, chronic kidney disease (CKD) is diagnosed. If left untreated, CKD can progress to renal failure (kidney failure), which requires […]
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High Blood Pressure: Condition Management, Medications, & Treatment Options
While there is no cure for high blood pressure,1 you might be wondering about how to lower blood pressure. Blood pressure management includes: Lifestyle changes Medications Monitoring blood pressure Blood pressure management is an ongoing effort in people living with high blood pressure.1 Managing high blood pressure can improve the quality of life and reduce […]
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Types of Diabetes
Diabetes is a disease that changes how your body processes food into energy.1 How many types of diabetes are there? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there are three main types — type 1 diabetes (T1D), type 2 diabetes (T2D), and gestational diabetes.2 Other less common types include type 3c diabetes […]
