I have had diabetes my entire life, and I am very thankful for the fact that modern medical discoveries have helped me live a happy, healthy life despite my disease. I have had to watch what I eat and take medications daily for most of my life, and while i used to feel like I was "missing out" when other children were able to eat sugary candy and I wasn't, I eventually learned that sugar-free candy tastes great. I am always keeping up on the latest diabetes research, and while researching, I have also learned about many other diseases and ailments and how they are treated and controlled. I know others are too busy to browse a bunch of medical websites, like I like to do, so I decided to start a blog that others can visit that contains information on a variety of medical topics all in one place!
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Questions You May Have In The Lead-Up To Glaucoma Surgery
9 January 2023
Being diagnosed with glaucoma can be scary. Although you typically cannot feel the increasing pressure in your eye, it will cause damage to your optic nerve, resulting in vision loss over time. Luckily, many cases of glaucoma can be treated or managed with surgery. If your doctor determines you are a good candidate for surgery, then they will likely advise you to schedule it. However, you may have some of the following questions as your surgery date approaches.
4 Things You Didn't Know You Could Talk To Your Gynecologist About
29 November 2022
Going to the gynecologist can be intimidating, especially when you don't know what questions to ask. While most people know what to expect from an annual exam, there are a lot of questions people don't know they can ask their gynecologists. If you're unsure, here are four topics you didn't know you could talk to your gynecologist about. 1. Sexual Health and Pleasure Many people feel embarrassed or uncomfortable discussing sexual health and pleasure in the context of their physical health with their gynecologist.
The Health Benefits Of Professional IV Infusions
28 October 2022
Most people are familiar with the basic premise of an IV infusion: a needle is inserted into a vein, and fluids are delivered directly into the bloodstream. It is routinely performed in hospitals to help patients recover from an illness, prepare for surgery, or replenish nutrients lost through physical exertion. What many people don't realize, however, is that IV infusions can be tailored to provide specific health benefits and administered outside of a hospital setting.
What Your Orthopedic Specialist Wants You To Know About Swimmer's Shoulder
21 September 2022
You're in the middle of the peak swimming season and you're suddenly struggling with pain in your shoulder. The shoulder is a highly complex joint with many elements to allow for the extensive range of motion you have in your arms. As a swimmer, you depend on pretty much all of that range of motion, but you may not know what it means when you start feeling pain. In many cases, it's the result of a condition called swimmer's shoulder.
Spine Deformity Surgery May Help Children With A Genetic Predisposition
19 August 2022
Spinal deformity is a common issue that may occur due to many different problems. For example, a child born with a genetic predisposition towards spinal problems may feel their spine shift shape and suffer from pain throughout their life. It can be hard for parents to watch this problem and may it require getting spinal deformity surgery from a professional team to ensure that their child doesn't suffer. How Spinal Deformity Surgery Helps