Each year, more than half a million children in the United States undergo surgery to remove their tonsils and adenoids due to recurring sore throats, enlarged tonsils or adenoids or frequent infections, especially those that cause other symptoms like obstructive sleep apnea or difficulty breathing.
According to the American Cancer Society, skin cancer accounts for nearly half of all cancers in the United States and is the most common of all cancers. The most aggressive and dangerous type of skin cancer is Melanoma.
These days, the pressure is on for young athletes to stay at the top of their game and play more frequently at an earlier age. We understand it can tough for parents to know when rest and relief is necessary.
Fractures of the toe and metatarsal bones are common and require evaluation by a specialist. A podiatric foot and ankle surgeon should be seen for proper diagnosis and treatment, even if initial treatment has been received in an emergency room.
The eye is the organ of sight and is best compared to a camera. Like a camera, the eye has many intricate parts which must work together to produce clear vision. The retina, a layer of neural tissue that lines the back surface of the eye, functions like the film in a camera. To produce a clear picture, the film must be defect-free. Similarly, for you to see clearly, your retina must be free of any problems. Unfortunately, many of us do not know we have retinal problems until they impair our vision. The good news is that a dilated eye exam performed by a retinal specialist can identify these problems early, treat if necessary and prevent irreversible blindness.
Feel like you’re spinning when you’re standing? Or do you hear ringing or a roaring sound when it’s quiet? You have have an inner ear issue called Ménière’s disease. Learn more below!
Did you know that the average cost of incontinence (pads, laundry, cleaning) is over $900 per year for a person who is dealing with an overactive bladder? Plus adult diapers alone cost an average $34 per week for patients who suffer from incontinence.
Cherry angiomas are small benign growths of small blood vessels that occur in almost all patients over the age of thirty. They can be as small as only 1 – 2 millimeters in diameter, or range in size up to a centimeter. Cherry angiomas may appear flat, or may become raised over time. Sometimes a patient may have only one lesion, or patients can have dozens of them. Most of the time, patients will notice the development of these lesions on the scalp, face, trunk, and extremities. Cherry angiomas can range in color from a bright cherry red to a dark, almost purple color, commonly seen in older patients and with larger lesions. They are almost always few to no symptoms unless they have been traumatized, for instance, being cut when shaved over, etc.
Testosterone is a hormone found in both men and women, although women produce a much smaller amount. Testosterone production is typically at its highest during puberty, and begins to decline around the age of 30. Although testosterone is most commonly associated with an individual’s sex drive and sperm production in males, it also impacts bone and muscle mass, red cell production, the deepening of your voice, and can even affect your mood.
The only thing worse than getting hit with a cold or the flu is sharing it with your whole family. Many viruses can live for up to 24 hours, while others can linger for days. Here are tips on how to safeguard against spreading germs including information on where they like to hide and how to deep clean after illness strikes.