cirugía bariátrica
A medical procedure involving the removal or alteration of part of the stomach to promote weight loss.
Clomid
Clomid, also known as clomiphene, is a medication used to stimulate natural testosterone production.
clopidogrel
A medication used to thin blood and prevent clot formation, which Andrew was prescribed after his heart attack.
coffee enema
A detoxification procedure involving the use of coffee enemas to support liver health.
cognitive behavioral therapy
A therapeutic approach focusing on changing thought patterns and behaviors.
colonics
A therapy involving the use of water to cleanse the colon, also known as colon hydrotherapy.
colonoscopy
Colonoscopy is a medical procedure for detecting colon cancer.
continence devices
A device used to support the bladder and other pelvic organs, inserted into the vagina.
contraceptive pill
A hormone therapy involving estrogen and progesterone used to manage menopause symptoms and other conditions.
C-section
C-section, a surgical procedure to deliver a baby, performed on Michelle for her children Faith and AJ.
CT calcium score
A medical imaging technique used to assess coronary artery calcification and atherosclerosis.
deep brain stimulation
A procedure involving the implantation of electrodes into specific brain regions to treat movement and psychiatric disorders.
desipramine
Desipramine, nortriptyline, pilocarpine, protriptyline, and zinc supplements are medications that can affect body odour.
drugs for autoimmune arthritis
A class of medications used to treat autoimmune arthritis, including drugs tried by Chris.
ecocardiograma
A medical procedure that uses ultrasound to assess the heart's structure and function.
EEG
A medical treatment involving a 72-hour EEG test, used to monitor seizures.
egg freezing
A procedure to preserve fertility by freezing eggs or embryos for future use.
electroencephalogram
Electroencephalogram is a medical test that measures electrical activity in the brain to study sleep stages.
electrotherapy
A treatment involving passing a direct current into hemorrhoids to cause them to shrink and relieve symptoms
embryo freezing
A procedure to fertilize eggs outside the body and freeze the resulting embryos.
Emcella chair
A device or therapy used to stimulate pelvic muscles and improve incontinence.
EMDR
A therapeutic technique used to process trauma, mentioned as having been used by Chrisje.
ezetimibe
A medication used to lower cholesterol levels, prescribed to Andrew following his heart attack.
fasciotomy
A surgical procedure to relieve pressure in a muscle compartment to prevent tissue damage, performed emergently.
fat grafting
A fat grafting technique that uses stem cells and exosomes to rejuvenate the face naturally.
Fecal immunochemical testing
Fecal immunochemical testing, a non-invasive test for colorectal cancer screening.
Fraxel laser
A treatment involving laser resurfacing to improve skin texture and reduce signs of aging
gabapentin
A medication used to treat nerve pain and restless leg syndrome, prescribed by doctors.
gene therapy
A pioneering gene therapy treatment used to restore sight in Safi Sanford.
gluten-free diet
The gluten-free diet is the primary treatment for celiac disease, requiring strict adherence to avoid gluten exposure.
Haloperidol
Haloperidol, an antipsychotic medication.
HCG
HCG, or human chorionic gonadotropin, is a hormone used to stimulate testosterone production.
health screening
A health screening process used to assess health issues among workers
hydrochlorothiazide
A medication class used to lower blood pressure, including diuretics like hydrochlorothiazide.
hydrolyzed protein diet
A treatment involving giving dogs a special diet to identify food allergies.
hyperbaric chamber
A hyperbaric oxygen therapy chamber used for health benefits.
hypnotherapy
Hypnotherapy, a therapeutic technique involving hypnosis to facilitate change.
interferons
Interferons, chemicals produced by the immune system to interfere with viruses.
Kegel
A specific pelvic floor exercise involving repeated contractions, commonly called Kegel exercises.
ketamine therapy
Ketamine therapy is a medical treatment used for depression, PTSD, and other mental health conditions, involving the administration of ketamine.
kidney biopsy
Kidney biopsy, a medical procedure to diagnose kidney diseases by extracting tissue samples.
kidney transplant
Medical condition involving kidney failure, requiring dialysis or transplant.
Lasertherapie
A dermatological procedure using high-energy light pulses to improve skin appearance.
laser treatments
A skincare treatment involving laser procedures on Emma's face.
lipoprotein apheresis
A procedure to remove LDL cholesterol from the blood in severe cases of familial hypercholesterolemia.
liposuction
A procedure involving the removal of fat tissue to reduce limb volume in lymphedema patients.
liver transplant
A medical procedure involving the transplantation of a liver to replace a diseased or damaged organ.
long-acting injectable antipsychotic medications
A mental health treatment involving long-acting injectable medications.
lorazepam
A class of medications used to treat anxiety and sleep issues, including lorazepam.
low FODMAP diet
A type of diet low in fermentable carbohydrates, used to manage IBS symptoms.