The Dangers of Osteoporosis and Bone Loss

15 May 2019 Medical , , , , , , , ,

What is Osteoporosis and what are the main causes. Osteoporosis occurs when bone loss is higher than bone growth, and it causes “porous bone”. Bone is living tissue is constantly growing and repairing itself. Several factors can decrease your risk of osteoporosis, including diet, different medicines, and other lethal diseases like cancer and other Autoimmune Disorders.

Sadly Osteoporosis is more common than you would think, affecting up to 54 million Americans, who suffer from low bone mass. The main risk of this disease is bone fractures and breaks, leading to permanent symptoms and pain. Such areas affected can include the hips, spine, legs and hands. Effects of the disease are more common among females and the elderly.

Broken bones and fractures can be very expensive and very painful, which is why it is important to seek out proper treatment. The good news is that several treatments and lifestyle and diet changes can improve the quality of your bones. If you feel you are suffering from poor diet or lifestyle and would like to receive a physical from one of our experienced physicians. Walk in or visit us seven days a week to speak to us about your health needs.

*Disclaimer: Information provided here is meant as general knowledge and should not be taken as medical advice. Please consult a physician for an exact diagnosis and treatment. 

What is the Flu?

5 May 2019 Medical , , , , , , ,

We’ve all had the flu and it’s a very unhappy experience. But what is it exactly? First, the flu and the common cold are two different things all together. The flu is a respiratory illness caused by the influenza virus that infects the respiratory system such as the throat, nose and lungs. The Flu is spread more commonly thru the air when a person sneezes and less commonly when an person touches a surface that has the flu virus on it.

The best way to avoid getting sick is by taking the flu vaccine every year. However for people infected with the illness, it is recommended that they sneeze into tissues and wash their hands to prevent infecting others around them.

Some common traits and symptoms of the flu include: Fever, Sore throat, body aches, tiredness, runny or stuffy nose and headaches. While the flu isn’t a lethal illness, it can affect children and the elderly more negatively than others. If you feel you are suffering from any of these symptoms and for expert care, please call us any day of the week.

*Disclaimer: Information provided here is meant as general knowledge and should not be taken as medical advice. Please consult a physician for an exact diagnosis and treatment. 

Kidney Stones – Effects & Symptoms

1 May 2019 Medical , , , ,

Kidney stones are very common and can be very painful. They are small stones that form in the kidneys, made up of minerals and salts. They may produce no symptoms until they move into the urinary tract and can cause additional pain and complications. Some symptoms related to having kidney stones include, severe pain in the side or back of ribs. Pain during urination, pink or red urine, urinating more than usual as well as fever or chills.

Passing a kidney stone can be very painful but it usually doesn’t cause any permanent damage. However some stones can become lodged, requiring surgery. Several factors can increase the chance of getting kidney stones such as dehydration, digestive diseases, obesity and family history of kidney stones. Diets high in protein, sodium and sugar can also increase your risks.

If you feel you are experiencing symptoms related to kidney stones, contact us at your earliest convenience.

*Disclaimer: Information provided here is meant as general knowledge and should not be taken as medical advice. Please consult a physician for an exact diagnosis and treatment. 

Gallstones

28 Apr 2019 Medical , , , , ,

Gallstones are small stones that form in the gallbladder or bile duct. They are the result of high cholesterol consumption in the body. People who suffer from obesity or high cholesterol are a high risk of it. These small stones can be hard to detect and can go undetected for years. Often times they are found by mistake thru the treatment of other ailments. Some symptoms of gallstones include:

– a right pain in the top right part of the abdomen
– pain on the right shoulder
– nausea
– vomiting

Gallstones are made up of cholesterol, and can develop from an over-consumption of cholesterol and bad foods. Reducing consumption of saturated fats or bad fats is a great way to avoid gallstones. Often times, treatment for gallstones is not necessary unless there is blockage or inflammation. If you feel any familiar symptoms of gallstones such as weird pains in your upper right abdomen, please pay us a visit. We have many board certified doctors that can help you with any of your ailments, no appointment necessary.

*Disclaimer: Information provided here is meant as general knowledge and should not be taken as medical advice. Please consult a physician for an exact diagnosis and treatment. 

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