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IVX Health provides providers and patients with new information about their condition, how to prepare for their first infusion, tips from others in their community and more.

April 15, 2015

What to Expect While Pregnant with Multiple Sclerosis

Multiple sclerosis is more common in women of childbearing age than in any other age group. And the good news is, if you are trying to get pregnant with multiple sclerosis, the condition has no effect on fertility. But what…

January 15, 2015

How to Talk to Your Kids About Your Chronic Illness

It can be difficult to talk to your family and friends about your chronic illness, but talking to your children takes an even more careful approach. Children are often naturally inquisitive, and may ask very personal questions or seek understanding…

December 16, 2014

What to Expect When You’re Diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis

When you’re diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, it’s not uncommon to feel a lot of emotions as well as experience many life changes and new developments. Here’s what you can expect when you’re diagnosed with MS. The Emotional Roller Coaster If…

November 18, 2014

How to Enjoy Traveling with Ulcerative Colitis During the Holidays

Thanksgiving is one of the biggest holidays of the year for traveling, but even with the promise of a delicious meal waiting for you, traveling with ulcerative colitis (or other IBDs such as Crohn’s disease) can be daunting. Read on…

September 19, 2014

How to Stay Healthy While Taking Immunosuppressive Meds

While immunosuppressive drugs are vital in helping to treat these conditions, they have the unfortunate side effect of increasing the risk of infection and illness. But there are ways to battle that side effect and stay healthy while on immunosuppressive medications. Read on for those strategies.

April 25, 2014

Strategies for Living with Multiple Sclerosis

What is it Like to Live with Multiple Sclerosis? Multiple sclerosis is a chronic autoimmune condition that causes the immune system to attack myelin, or protective sheaths covering nerves. This can cause symptoms such as impaired or blurry vision, fatigue,…

February 5, 2014

Strategies for Coping with Rheumatoid Arthritis

What is Rheumatoid Arthritis? Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic and progressive autoimmune disease signified by inflammation of the joints. Unchecked, it can result in immobility and deformity as well as significant pain, especially in the fingers, wrists, ankles and feet.…