Author Archives : Dr. Victor Marchione

Occasionally, rational people display symptoms of paranoia, delusional thoughts, and believe they hear voices, but these instances are generally one-offs and can be explained sensibly after the episode has passed. This isn’t the case for those who suffer from severe mental illness (SMI), as it encompasses a wide range of chronic mental health conditions that ...click here to read more

It is kind of ironic—when we were kids, we wished to be older, yet now that we’re older, we often wish to be young again. What everyone can agree on is that being a youthful adult is what most people want, as it’s a stage that allows us to live life to its fullest without ...click here to read more

There is no better feeling than knowing you helped someone that really needed it. When this aid comes from the bottom of your heart, without the expectation of payment or reward, it can provide a deep sense of satisfaction that not only makes you happy, but inspires others to do the same. This notion of ...click here to read more

We often think of bacterial infections as being singular organisms that work alone to produce health-related issues. This thinking makes the lives of medical professionals much easier, as having only one problem usually only requires one solution, and in the realm of infections, this usually means prescribing the most effective antibiotic. However, a new investigation ...click here to read more

Cancer is characterized by abnormal cells in the body that divide uncontrollably and have the ability to infiltrate and destroy normal body tissue. It is estimated that about 171 per 100,000 men and women will die from cancer every year, and it is considered the second leading cause of death in the U.S. Researchers estimate ...click here to read more

Our hair turning a silvery shade of gray is a general fact of life as we get older. While some may not mind the new hair color—it can look distinguished on some—others may feel that it simply makes them look older than they feel. But this change in hair color is no match for the ...click here to read more

Gastrointestinal perforation, also known as a perforated bowel, is when there is a hole somewhere in the lower digestive tract. This can be in the stomach, small intestine, or large bowel. This condition leads to compromised intestinal contents, potentially leading to spillage into the peritoneal cavity. There are generally two types of bowel perforation: Free ...click here to read more

Experiencing an exceptionally traumatic event can lead to mental health issues. It can result in flashbacks, nightmares, and severe anxiety that affects the quality of life of the individual and their overall well-being. The most serious of the trauma-inducing mental disorder is post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), which can last for months or even years after ...click here to read more