Sleep apnea often conjures up a picture of someone snoring so loudly with their sleep partner covering their ears with a pillow. But it’s so much more than that. If left untreated, sleep apnea can lead to serious or potentially life-threatening complications, such as diabetes, hypertension, heart Read More
Blog
Mammogram Vs. Breast MRI: What’s the Difference?
Both mammography and breast MRI have played an important role in the prevention and detection of breast cancer-related deaths over the last few decades. However, it is important to note that they are different in many ways, each having its own advantages and limitations. Read on to get a basic Read More
Breast Cancer Awareness Month: How Do I Determine Which Cancer Treatment Center Is Right for Me?
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month—a health campaign that aims to shine a spotlight on the impact of breast cancer and the importance of early detection and prevention as well as to encourage women to be proactive about their breast health. At Intercoastal Medical Group, we are highly Read More
Potential Causes of Abdominal Pain and When to See a Doctor
Abdominal pain affects millions of Americans every year. It has various potential causes, ranging from benign and self-limiting conditions, such as lactose intolerance and trapped gas, to potentially life-threatening gastrointestinal (GI) conditions, such as appendicitis and colon cancer. How do Read More
What Are Some Common Breast Cancer Symptoms I Should Be Aware Of?
Breast cancer is detectable, treatable, and beatable. The earlier breast cancer is caught, the better your chances are of achieving remission or even a cure. If breast cancer is left untreated, it can develop into malignancy and spread (metastasize) beyond the breast to other parts of the body. Read More
At-Home Treatments for Abdominal Pain
Abdominal pain is extremely common, and its potential causes run the gamut. As long as it is tolerable and short-lived, it is no cause for concern, and the remedies are usually just within your reach. Let’s explore some of the home remedies for abdominal pain and learn where you can go for Read More
What Treatment Options Are Available for AFib?
Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is a heart rhythm problem that occurs when chaotic electrical impulses cause the heart’s two upper chambers (atria) to be out of synch with its two lower chambers (ventricles). The rapid firing of the electrical impulses from multiple areas in the atria causes the heart to Read More
What Are Some Common Symptoms of Cancer?
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), roughly 1.6 million people are diagnosed with cancer in the United States every year, and close to 600,000 succumb to it. Cancer is a blanket term encompassing over a hundred conditions that have a core characteristic in common: Read More
What Are The Warning Signs Of Sleep Apnea?
Sleep apnea is a common yet often under-diagnosed sleep disorder. It is a potentially serious condition because it causes breathing to stop and start repeatedly during sleep. People who have sleep apnea may not even be aware of it, but there are a number of warning signs that can indicate the Read More
Enjoy Your Summer Activities Without Having to Worry About Chest Pain. Find Treatment Today.
For many people, summer is the perfect time to go outside and play. But strenuous physical activity can take a toll on your body. Running around under the sun places stress on the different organs in your chest. If you push yourself too hard, you may feel chest pain. This ache can be a tell-tale Read More