For purposes of medical functions such as diagnoses and treatments, the respiratory system is divided into the lower and upper respiratory tracts – with the vocal cords essentially being the dividing point. An upper respiratory infection can therefore affect the nose, sinuses, and throat, whereas a Read More
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FAQs About UTIs and What You Should Know Before Going to the Doctor
Urinary tract infection (UTI) is a common problem, especially for women. If not treated properly and at the appropriate time, it can lead to serious problems and pain. What is a UTI? A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection of the kidneys, ureters, bladder, or urethra. The lower urinary Read More
Common Myths About Mammograms
A mammogram is a non-invasive screening procedure that can detect signs of breast cancer early before noticeable symptoms occur (such as a lump or a nipple discharge) – which is when it may be too late for successful treatment. Mammograms are considered the gold standard in breast cancer Read More
Chest Pain: What You Need to Know
Chest pain is one of the major reasons people visit the doctor or go to the emergency room. In the United States, it accounts for more than 8 million visits every year. On a global scale, chest pain affects up to 40 percent of the general population. Potential Causes of Chest Pain Chest pain has Read More
Steps You Can Take to Reduce The Symptoms of High Blood Pressure
If you are one of the millions of American adults who have hypertension (high blood pressure), it is important to understand how serious it is to get it under control. With the help of your primary care physician, your numbers can normalize, and you can avoid potentially dangerous symptoms and Read More
Frequently Asked Questions About Appendicitis Treatment
Appendicitis is inflammation of the appendix, a finger-shaped pouch that projects from your colon on the lower right side of the abdomen. Appendicitis causes pain in your lower right abdomen. If you develop appendicitis, it is important to seek treatment immediately. Here are some frequently Read More
Digestive Health: Tackling the Causes of Abdominal Pain
Everyone experiences abdominal pain at some point in life. It can occur anywhere in the area between the chest and pelvis and appears in many different forms: mild ache, muscle spasm, and severe or sharp pain. What Is Abdominal Pain? Abdominal pain refers to any uncomfortable sensations you feel Read More
What You Should Know Before Your First Mammogram Appointment
Mammography is a specialized medical imaging technique that uses a low-dose X-ray system to examine the breasts for abnormalities or growths indicative of cancer and other problems. Since it was first recommended by the American Cancer Society (ACS) in 1976, mammography has become the gold Read More
Parkinson’s Disease Diet Tips to Help Mitigate Symptoms
Parkinson's disease is a progressive, lifelong nervous system disorder caused by the gradual breakdown or death of nerve cells in the brain. The condition predominantly affects motor function, causing muscle rigidity or inflexibility, tremors, slowed movement (bradykinesia), and loss of automatic Read More
High Blood Pressure Symptoms You Should Never Ignore
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that high blood pressure (hypertension) affects approximately 47 percent of American adults, and roughly 400,000 succumb to it every year. Characterized by a chronically elevated blood pressure exceeding 130/80 mmHg, hypertension has Read More
