Cholesterol is a waxy substance that is found in the fats in the blood. While everyone’s body depends on cholesterol to build health cells continuously, having high cholesterol can significantly increase a person’s risk of heart disease. High cholesterol produces fatty deposits in the walls of blood vessels. As these fatty deposits grow, it is…
Urinary incontinence is described as the accidental release of urine. Many women find that they leak urine when there is pressure put on the bladder – for instance when they cough, sneeze, laugh, or exercise. While urinary incontinence is not typically related to major health problems, accidentally releasing urine can be quite embarrassing. Urinary incontinence…
Spinal arthritis (or more specifically osteoarthritis) is the breakdown of the cartilage of the joints and discs in the neck and lower spine. Spinal arthritis can produce spurs that put pressure on the nerves leaving the spinal column. This pressure on such delicate and sensitive nerves can cause weakness and pain in the extremities. Arthritis…
For many women, being pregnant is one of the most wonderful times of their lives. They enjoy everything about pregnancy – doctor’s visits to hear the baby’s heartbeat, ultrasounds to see the baby and how it’s developing, extra attention from family, friends, and even strangers. But as the length of pregnancy draws to a close,…
Menopause is a time in a woman’s life that can bring on a host of unexpected and unwanted issues. Hot flashes, night sweats, poor sleep, irritability, and pain during sex are some of the most common complaints of menopause. Many women can use menopausal hormone therapy to help control the symptoms of menopause. Hormone replacement…
For women who are referred for a more detailed mammogram imaging appointment, the stress and scare of going to the appointment can be an emotional time. Having unclear results from a second mammogram can be even worse. Today, there is Elastography imaging used to better diagnose tumors and lesions with encouraging advances in breast imaging.…
Juvederm is an anti aging cosmetic skin treatment that uses an injectable gel to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles on the face. Juvederm can provide 9 months to one year of correction for severe facial wrinkles and folds. This is a significant difference between other injectables that only last 6 to 8…
Poison ivy is a plant that can cause a skin rash that is medically known as “allergic contact dermatitis.” Most people refer to both the plant and skin rash as poison ivy. It is the oil found in the plant that causes allergic reactions to many people. The rash is extremely itchy and will blister…
Irritable bowel syndrome (commonly referred to as IBS) is a relatively common disorder that affects a person’s large intestine. Symptoms of IBS include cramping, abdominal pain, bloating gas, diarrhea, and constipation. While the symptoms of IBS are undesirable, the fortunate aspect of IBS is that it does not cause permanent damage to the colon as…
Facial liposculpture is a minimally invasive technique used to sculpt the face and neck with targeted removal of fat. Most people have this procedure done on the chin, the cheeks, the jowls, and the neck in order to enhance their appearance and to bring back a youthful look. This surgery can eliminate double chins, remove…
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