Medical advancements have made it possible to screen your genes to understand factors that can affect your health. There are genetic markers that can be detected that alert you to possible risks for your health and what genes you may pass on to your offspring. Pregnancy genetic screening has become more common, both before and…
Medical specialties like dermatology give you access to physicians that have advanced training and education in specific areas. When it comes to your skin, hair and nails, dermatologists are the professional experts in good health and treating diseases that affect these areas. While your general physician may be able to diagnose and treat some skin…
Excess exposure to sunlight is known to damage the skin. While serious health issues can occur like skin cancer, there is also the superficial concern over the affect the sun can do to the appearance of the skin. Brown spots, wrinkles, discolorations and dry skin can all be effects of sun damage to the skin,…
From the moment you become pregnant, everything in your body can affect the life that is growing inside of you. Your health issues, diet and anything that you consume can impact the health of your child and its development. Prenatal care is vital to ensure that you are giving your growing child everything it needs…
There are many different types of cysts that can form under the skin. Usually, a cyst is identified by a lump under the skin which is often painless. Cysts can occur anywhere on the body, on people of any age. There are several types of skin cysts that can occur, including epidermoid, pilar and chalazion.…
If you have ever considered a facelift but are nervous about the results, perhaps you should try a liquid facelift. A liquid facelift uses injectables and dermal fillers such as Botox, Radiesse and Juviderm to contour the face often achieving similar results to that of a surgical facelift. There are pros and cons to consider…
If you hide your thighs under long pants or skirts due to lumps, bumps or sagging skin, you may have considered seeking plastic surgery to remedy your thigh issues. Both thigh lifts and liposuction are used to contour thighs and give them a more svelte appearance, but which is best to combat the specific issues…
If heart disease runs in your family or you have already been diagnosed with high blood pressure, high cholesterol or other cardiovascular issues, you need to take care of your heart. Heart disease, strokes and heart attacks are killers – literally – and need to be taken seriously. On top of a healthy diet, managing…
Many people have insecurities about their appearance, yet never take the first step to change the way they look. Plastic or cosmetic surgery can be a wonderful option to change a perceived flaw in your face, body or skin. If you want to reshape your nose, reduce a bulging belly or smooth wrinkles that are…
If you have been diagnosed with a vascular disease or condition, surgery may be recommended. Some of the common reasons for vascular surgery includes peripheral vascular disease (PVD), carotid artery disease, aortic aneurysms (AAA) and atherosclerosis. While each vascular surgery may be different depending on the condition being treated, it is important to understand the…
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