Many of the grains people consume regularly contain gluten. For instance, wheat has gluten, and products like pasta, crackers, bread, cereal, and various baked goods have wheat. When someone who has gluten sensitivity consumes one of these foods, they may experience gas, bloating, abdominal pain, or Read More
What happens if tennis elbow goes untreated?
Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) is a very painful condition affecting the elbow. It is an overuse injury that is usually the result of repetitive motions. The condition develops when the tendons in the forearm that allow for backward bending of the wrist becoming swollen. Lifting or bending the Read More
FAQs Doctors are Asked Regarding Nut Allergies
Here is a compilation of frequently asked questions about nut allergies. If you think you may have an allergy to nuts or any other food, talk to a doctor to get tested and set up a treatment plan. What Causes Allergies? An allergy is the result of the body’s immune system abnormally overreacting Read More
FAQs Related to Revision Joint Replacement
Prosthetic joints are also vulnerable to wear and tear—just like our natural joints. This is why revision joint replacement procedures are common, especially in active patients who had joint surgery early in their lives. If you are experiencing pain and swelling in the area of your prosthetic Read More
What Causes Tennis Elbow?
Tennis elbow, whose medical name is lateral epicondylitis, occurs when the tendons in your outer elbow become irritated or inflamed due to overuse. The pain from tennis elbow can be felt from the bony bump of your elbow to the wrist, and it hurts to make gripping motions. If you have pain in your Read More
How to Find the Right Allergy Doctor for You
Whether it’s asthma, rhinitis, or hives, allergies can make your life miserable: they can disrupt your sleep, ruin your mood, and cause a host of exasperating symptoms. Seeking treatment from an allergy doctor is your best course of action for taking full control of the symptoms and ultimately Read More
Am I a Good Candidate for Joint Replacement?
If you have chronic joint pain and are wondering whether you should consider the possibility of having a total joint replacement, there are several factors to consider. First of all, you will want to exhaust all of your nonsurgical options with your orthopedic doctor before considering Read More
How Can a Doctor Help Me with My Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Carpal tunnel syndrome causes symptoms such as pain, numbness, tingling, and weakness in the hand due to compression of the median nerve in the carpal tunnel. The median nerve runs through a tunnel in the wrist, and this nerve is what provides sensory and motor functions in the hand – including all Read More
How Your Pulmonologist Can Help You Live with COPD
A diagnosis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) changes your life. You will be needing greater support from family, friends, and your doctor, but you will indeed be able to continue enjoying a relatively normal lifestyle. A pulmonologist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of Read More
Symptoms of Various Types of Hernias
A hernia is a protrusion of an internal organ through an opening or a weakened part of an adjacent wall or connective tissue, and it commonly occurs in the abdominal area. Most hernias do not have an obvious cause, but they do tend to happen due to excessive straining or heavy lifting. You could Read More
