Most women have experienced abdominal pain at some point in their life. Pain in the lower abdomen is common among women of all ages. But frequent pain can interfere with everyday life. Knowing the source of your pain can help alleviate stress and guide you to appropriate treatment. Causes of Lower Abdominal Pain While occasional […]
For one reason or another, you have been told you need to see a cardiologist. Maybe you have been having symptoms that warrant a visit to the specialist. Perhaps your upcoming visit is more precautionary due to a family history of heart disease. Regardless of why you’ve made an appointment, you likely want to know what […]
Excess weight can cause or worsen many chronic conditions. The good news is that you can lose excess weight through a process called bariatric surgery (weight loss surgery). Here are four effective bariatric procedures. Gastric Sleeve A surgeon staples a section of the stomach and then removes the remaining part {around 80% of the stomach}. The […]
A podiatrist and an orthopedist can both treat conditions of the foot and ankle. However, neither specialist should be chosen to treat every condition of the foot. While there are several similarities between a podiatrist and an orthopedist who specialize in foot care, the differences between the two may be more important when choosing a […]
If you or your partner is expecting, you are no doubt nervous, thrilled, stressed out, and exhilarated — all at the same time. You’re also likely making many important decisions, like what kind of crib to purchase and how to child-proof your home from top to bottom. One of those very important decisions is choosing […]
