In this episode of Compounding Center Connections, compounding pharmacist Jay Gill discusses chronic inflammatory response syndrome (CIRS) with Dr. Scott McMahon from Whole World Health Care. CIRS can cause symptoms like chronic fatigue, headaches, stomach aches, muscle pain, neuropathic pain, shortness of breath, and cognitive issues in patients who have been exposed to chronic mold or bacteria from water damage in buildings or workplaces. Dr. McMahon explains how the innate immune system dysfunction can lead to CIRS. He also reviews the Shoemaker protocol for treating CIRS and the use of vasoactive intestinal peptide nasal spray (VIP). VIP Nasal Spray is a relatively new treatment option with minimal side effects that can help prevent brain atrophy in CIRS patients. He also discusses the VIP test and α-MSH test, along with NeuroQuant, an advanced technique to quantify localized brain atrophy.

In this episode of Compounding Center Connections, pharmacist Jay Gill talks to pediatric optometrist Dr. Douroudian about myopia control using low-dose atropine eyedrops. Childhood myopia, or nearsightedness is becoming more common in children. The good news is, it's treatable. In this podcast, you'll learn about the importance of early diagnosis and monitoring the progression of myopia, as well as the effectiveness and safety of low-dose atropine. Dr. Douroudian also highlights the benefits of regular check-ins with an eye doctor and the use of preservative-free compounded eyedrops.

Have you ever wondered if there's an easier way to get those tight compression socks on? Well tune into this episode of Senior Spotlight. Chris Poland from The Compounding Center, and Krista Simmerman from Sigvaris discuss everything you need to know about compression socks. Learn about being fitted properly, how to put on your socks, and how to care for them. Krista talks about donning aids that are available to help people put their socks on and get them off. Compression socks and stockings have come a long way over the years. Come on in to our showroom in Leesburg, VA to take a look at the new fun colors and patterns.

Learn how to help your hot flashes, moodiness, night sweats, weight gain, etc. Dr. Pam Smith brings a wealth of information about Women's Hormones to the Leesburg, VA community. ZRT Labs and The Compounding Center are thrilled to host such a world renowned expert on hormones and hormone therapy. Tune in to hear her presentation about Estrogens, Progesterone, Testosterone, DHEA, and Pregnenolone.

The video introduces a podcast episode of Compounding Center Connections, where host Jay Gill interviews Dr. Alex Capano from Eco Fiber about the benefits of hemp oil. They discuss the difference between hemp seed oil and hemp extract, the benefits of hemp oil for pain, sleep, and mood, and the quality standards at Ananda Professionals. They also touch upon the future developments in the cannabis industry, including clinical trials for various health conditions and the potential use of cannabinoids as an adjunct to chemotherapy.

TCC's pharmacist, Jay Gill, interviews Dr. Sheri Salartash from Dynamic Dental Wellness in Ashburn, VA. In this podcast Dr. Salartash educates us about sleep apnea. Did you know that 80% of patients with sleep apnea are never diagnosed!  Some signs the dentist may see when sleep apnea exists are cracked teeth, unusual wear on the teeth, recession around the gums, and jaw pain. These symptoms occur because the person is trying to move the jaw to get the tongue out of the way to breathe. Parents of children with sleep apnea may notice mouth breathing, dark circles under the eyes, and daytime sleepiness.   A diagnosis of sleep apnea requires a sleep study, but these can now be conveniently done at home.  Untreated sleep apnea can lead to decreased oxygen in the blood stream which causes our vital organs to suffer leading to significant health issues over time. When determining the best course of treatment for sleep apnea it's important to learn the cause of the sleep disorder. It could be a nasal obstruction, an upper airway obstruction, or central apnea which is a neurological issue.    Corrective therapies in dentistry aim to ensure the tongue has room to rest in the mouth so that it doesn't block the airway. Appliances or braces are used to expand the palate and jaw width. Tongue tie releases and/or tongue exercises may also be used. Another option for some patients is NightLaze. This is an in-office laser treatment that can activate collagen formation in the soft palate area to lift up the tissue and open the airway.   We hope you enjoyed learning more about sleep apnea and holistic dentistry. You can learn more about Dr. Salartash's practice at https://dynamicdentalwellness.com/

Jay Gill, pharmacist at The Compounding Center interviews Dr. Kevin Chan, the Senior Clinical Director of Treehouse Eyes in Tyson's Corner, VA.  Dr. Gill and Dr. Chan discuss childhood myopia and its treatment. Childhood myopia is a condition where the eye shape elongates and causes nearsightedness or blurry vision when looking in the distance. Symptoms include: squinting, rubbing the eyes, blurry vision, and eye strain.  Unfortunately the incidence of childhood myopia is increasing. In 1970, 25% of the population was diagnosed with myopia. By 2050, 50% of population will become myopic. That means 1 in 2 children will need glasses or contacts.  Treatment consists of orthokeratology or contact lenses to help reshape the eye and low dose Atropine eyedrops. Dr. Chan points out that treating early is better. There is a fixed window to be treated for best results.  Dr. Gill explains how low dose Atropine drops are made. Atropine eye drops are commercially manufactured as 1% sterile eyedrops. If a doctor wants to order a low dose for a child's myopia, a compounding pharmacy like TCC dilutes the commercially manufactured drops to the dose needed. These eyedrops must be compounded or made in a sterile environment to avoid any potential for contamination. Once the 1% is diluted, the preservative in the original bottle is also diluted, so the bottle becomes important. Regular eyedrop bottles are open to the air and have the potential for bacterial or fungal contamination once opened. The Compounding Center uses special multi-dose eyedrop bottles designed specifically for preservative free eyedrops. The special one-way valve avoids accidental contamination from the air or from touching the eye or fingers. This is especially important when a child is using an eyedrop every night.   Treehouse Eyes specializes in myopia management for children. More information can be found at https://treehouseeyes.com/

It's hard enough being a teenager, then throw acne in the mix! Join The Compounding Center's pharmacists Megan Kilkeary and Cheri Garvin as they discuss common causes of acne and alternative treatment considerations. Hormones, stress, genetics, diet, vitamins, and prescription medication all play a role. It can be quite confusing to know what to do. If you're concerned about taking strong oral antibiotics, this podcast is for you. Megan reviews potential alternatives. Sometimes antibiotics or isotretinoin are needed, but what about the side effects? Listen in to learn more about how you might manage the side effects of these powerful drugs.

There are so many women suffering from chronic pelvic pain, which is pelvic pain lasting more than 6 months. It can be present with overlapping conditions, such as vulvodynia, interstitial cystitis, endometriosis, and various bladder and GI conditions.   Dr. Delgado and pharmacist Jay Gill discuss how ozone can help with chronic pelvic pain. Ozone has been used in the medical community for over 100 years, and there is a lot of medical literature showing the benefits and amazing results from ozone therapy.  Dr. Delgado uses ozone therapy by insufflation into the affected area along with other treatment modalities like medication and physical therapy. Ozone is considered a regenerative therapy because it causes a release of growth factors and assists with healing.   Dr. Melissa Delgado is an OB/GYN who specializes in treating chronic pelvic pain. Her practice is The Chronic Pelvic Pain Center of Northern Virginia in Vienna, Virginia. The Chronic Pelvic Pain Center of Northern Virginia https://www.pelvicpaindr.com/