Nearly everyone has heard of Lyme disease. It's an infection caused by a bacterium transmitted to a person from the bite of an infected tick. However, many people have not heard of Lyme arthritis. Lyme arthritis is a common sign of a late-stage infection of the bacterium that causes Lyme disease. Lyme arthritis typically affects the knees the most out of all joints because knees are load-bearing. If you have knee pain and swelling and have or have had Lyme disease, there are treatments available to alleviate the pain and swelling in your knees.
18 December 2019
Testosterone is widely known as the male sex hormone. So as a female, you might be surprised to learn that your body makes some testosterone, too. Your body does not make as much as a man's body — you have much more estrogen than testosterone flowing around. However, you do need some testosterone for good health, and if you no longer produce enough of this hormone, that could be a problem.
12 September 2019
If you are either getting ready to or have already given birth to your first child, you may feel overwhelmed with making decisions, including choosing a pediatrician for your baby. If so, use the following tips to get you started with selecting the right doctor for you and your new baby's needs. 1. Visit the Office to Get a Feel for the Atmosphere Up until this point, you may have been reading through lists, perusing pamphlets, and making phone calls to gather information about the pediatricians in your area.
14 March 2019
If you have back pain that makes it difficult to work or stay active, then consider seeing a doctor who can help with back pain. Back pain is often a complex condition and unless you get the right treatment, it may take your back a long time to heal. There are several causes of back pain, so there are different ways to treat it. Here are some treatment choices that might be available to you.
21 December 2018
When you are an expectant parent, you will have many choices and decisions that you will need to make in the process, not the least of which is pregnancy care and a childbirth plan. These two decisions can dramatically alter the course of a pregnancy, making the experience extremely positive or potentially quite negative depending on which route you take. Every expecting couple is different, and therefore, each couple's pregnancy and childbirth care and plans should be unique to them.
2 October 2018
Dealing with challenging times in life can happen. One of the scariest maybe if you're having any medical problems. If so, you'll want to seek the care you need to get through this time. It may be necessary to go to an urgent care in your area to do so. Being prepared for your visit may allow you to make it an easier and more productive one. Tip #1: Take your insurance card
6 August 2018
A bee sting can be a scary thing especially if you aren't sure if you're allergic to them. It can be equally scary to watch someone have an allergic reaction to a bee sting. If you aren't sure how to handle the situation, then read on for instructions to guide you through so you can handle things calmly in order to get yourself or the other person the help they need.
19 June 2018