Eczema is a skin condition that results in dry, cracked, itchy, and inflamed skin. It is often a long-term problem with symptoms that flare up, sometimes for no obvious reason. Although eczema can be persistent, there is a range of effective treatments available that can help control flare-ups and symptoms. Atopic dermatitis, more commonly referred
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The Best UTI Antibiotics for Women
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are very common, particularly in women, and can lead to symptoms such as a burning sensation when urinating and pelvic pain. If left untreated, a UTI can result in more serious health problems if the infection spreads to the kidneys. The good news is that UTIs can usually be treated successfully with
Read MoreWhat I Wish They Had Told Me About Postpartum Depression
Did you know that postpartum depression is a diagnosable mood disorder that affects up to one out of every seven American women who give birth? More concerning than so-called “baby blues,” postpartum depression can drag on for weeks to months, impacting how a woman perceives her self-worth and ability to be a good mother. Keep
Read MoreWhen Your Partner Has Postpartum Depression
Up to 20 percent of American women develop postpartum depression, a mental health condition in which mothers develop severe mood swings, anxiety, and other intense depressive symptoms after giving birth. It’s more than just “baby blues,” which go away a few weeks after childbirth. Left untreated,postpartum depression can last for months. If your partner has
Read MoreWhat is Menopause? The Symptoms, the Causes, and the Treatment
If you’re a woman in your 40s or 50s and are starting to notice changes in your body, you may be experiencing the early stages of menopause. Menopause is often thought of as a transition into the next stage of life. This transition isn’t always easy for our patients to understand and we’re here to
Read MoreHigh Blood Pressure Symptoms & When to Seek Medical Assistance
High blood pressure is one of the most common cardiovascular conditions in the United States and affects millions of men and women each year. However, it’s not always easy to know whether you have high blood pressure or whether you should see a doctor for it. Let’s dive deeper into what high blood pressure is,
Read MorePink Eye
Pink eye is a common and highly contagious inflammation or infection of the outer membrane of the eyeball and the inner eyelid. It can be spread by touching a contaminated surface and then your eye. It is also spread by skin-to-skin contact like handshakes or hugs. It can be viral or allergies, and if you
Read MoreChlamydia
Chlamydia is a common sexually transmitted infection affecting both men and women. It can lead to permanent damage to a woman’s reproductive system making it difficult or impossible to get pregnant. Chlamydia can also lead to an ectopic pregnancy which can be deadly. An ectopic pregnancy is a pregnancy outside of the uterus. Transmission You
Read MoreDepression
Depression causes feelings of sadness, loss of interest in activities you usually enjoy. It can lead to a variety of emotional and physical problems thus decreasing your ability to function at work and home. Depression is a common and serious medical illness. Depression, major depressive disorder, can be mild to moderate to severe. Symptoms Sad
Read MoreBack Pain
Back pain is the most common complaint in the United States. The pain can range from a dull, constant ache to a sudden, sharp pain. Sudden pain is usually due to an accident, a fall, or lifting something heavy. It may develop slowly from degenerative changes that come with aging. The treatment varies depending on the
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