The fall season is here; marking the start of the peak season for the sniffles and coughs—or the dreaded upper respiratory infection. Read on to learn more about upper respiratory infections, particularly their causes, symptoms, and the dietary strategies you can employ to combat them. Causes Read More
Internal Medicine
The Stages of an Upper Respiratory Infection
Easily communicable to people of all ages and walks of life, an upper respiratory infection, common cold, or the flu affect millions of people yearly, particularly during the fall and winter. Education helps people navigate this nuisance viral infection and avoid potentially dangerous Read More
What Procedures Do Internal Medicine Doctors Do?
Internal medicine doctors, also known as internists, have specialized training in all aspects of adult medical care: in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of the entire range of diseases that affect patients from 18 years of age through the geriatric years. Internal medicine doctors are Read More
Warning Signs of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common condition affecting the hand and wrist. It occurs when the median nerve, which is responsible for sending signals of sensations and muscle movement in your hand, becomes compressed and inflamed. When this happens, you may find it challenging to use and move your Read More
What Is the Difference Between Acute and Chronic Care?
When you’re not feeling well, the last thing on your mind is whether you’re experiencing an acute or chronic condition. You just want your doctor to diagnose your illness and restore your health as quickly and effectively as possible. However, the healthcare you receive will often depend on Read More
Symptoms Of Vitamin D Deficiency Most People Ignore
If your bones have been aching lately, you're feeling down in the dumps, are having sleeping problems, or experiencing acid reflux, you may think these are simply signs of aging. These symptoms on their own may not signal a major problem, but put them together and it could mean that you’re not Read More
Advantages of Being Treated by an Internist
“Internist” is another name for a doctor who specializes in internal medicine. Not to be confused with interns, these physicians have spent years studying and specializing in conditions and illnesses that affect adults. They are able to treat a wide range of adult illnesses and diseases. So, if Read More
Staying Healthy When You Work in an Office
It’s a challenge many hard-working Americans face each day – how to stay fit while having to meet the demands of a sometimes physically and mentally exhausting occupation. If you find yourself feeling too tired after a long day at the office to do anything but stream Netflix, or so stressed that Read More
Signs of a Hernia
A hernia is a common medical condition that causes a localized bulge in the abdomen or groin area. It usually produces no troublesome symptoms and is harmless, but there are times when it can bring pain and discomfort. Hernias usually occur when there is a hole or weakness in the muscular wall Read More
Why Multi-Specialty Medical Groups Have Superb Patient Care
Patients with several health conditions have to visit several medical offices to get each issue treated. For example, a person with diabetes, high blood pressure, and arthritis would need to see 3 different specialist physicians along with a primary care physician to take care of all of these health Read More
