Two medical terms that I often hear patients confuse, but are not the same & unfortunately you can be affected by both. Osteoporosis: Brittle or thin bones. Bones break easily especially bones of the hip spine and wrist. Can affect anyone, but risk factors for...
Symptoms can include: Nervousness or irritability Feeling tired Rapid heart rate Muscle weakness Unintended weight loss Trouble sleeping Goiter, enlarged thyroid gland Thinning bones Pregnancy complications Who is at risk: Women Those older than 60 Having previous...
Thousands of people are stung each year in the United States. Most have mild reactions but some individuals have serious life-threatening reactions (anaphylaxis). Insects responsible for the majority of serious sting related reactions belong to the order Hymenoptera....
The summer is here and it is time for some fun in the sun. I am personally looking forward to spending more time outside, preferably on one of these beautiful beaches on the west coast of Florida. However, before heading outside, here are some important important sun...
Well woman exams (WWE) are scheduled once a year and include the following: Review of menstrual history (when it it started, pain one may be experiencing during cycles, frequency, when menopause started and menopausal symptoms one may be experiencing) Pregnancy...
