Arthritis is a condition that is chiefly characterized by joint inflammation, pain, swelling, and stiffness. Rarely, it may be diagnosed by happenstance when you are having an imaging scan done for something else, but the doctor notices arthritis on the scan. There are more than 100 different types of arthritis, and there are many different
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Even with their extensive training and best intent, doctors don’t have the superpowers, and just like the rest of us, they are bound to misconstrue and make mistakes. This is why it’s important for you to take an active role when discussing your care with your primary care doctor. Asking questions, in particular, puts a
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There was a time when a doctor was on call whenever you needed them, 24 hours a day. However, this is a service of the past. Most people see doctors during office hours and must accommodate to the tight schedules of their physicians to get the medical care they need. Fortunately, there is a way
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Many people find it unnecessary to visit their primary care physician unless they are sick. However, by doing so, they miss out on many health benefits. Seeing your primary care doctor on a regular basis is not required, but definitely encouraged by everyone in the medical field. Routinely seeing your primary care doctor can improve
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What patients living with type 2 diabetes may find surprising is the need to put together a healthcare team to effectively control their condition. Given its progressive nature, type 2 diabetes requires a multifaceted approach—and a broad range of expertise— to mitigate its far-reaching effects. Your type 2 diabetes journey will likely begin with your
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High cholesterol is deemed as a “silent killer” because it doesn’t cause any symptoms, so you don’t know you have it unless a medical professional discover it via a blood test. High cholesterol interferes with your blood vessels’ ability to properly transport blood because the cholesterol builds up along the vessel walls and causes blockages.
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Obesity is a complex health problem involving an excessive amount of body fat. It results from a combination of factors such as poor diet choices, lack of exercise, genetics, health conditions, and environmental factors. Obesity isn’t just a cosmetic issue, it is a medical problem that can increase the risk of developing numerous chronic diseases
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If you have arthritis, there’s a high chance you have trouble sleeping at night. Studies show that individuals with arthritis suffer from sleep disturbance as moderate to severe joint pain can prevent you from getting comfortable and staying asleep. Lack of quality sleep has harmful effects on your overall health. It increases your risk of
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An adult patient diagnosed as overweight or obese is someone age 20 or older with a bodyweight that is abnormally high for their height and age group. Being overweight or obese is considered unhealthy. For adults who are obese, simply exercising and eating healthy may not be enough to get down to and maintain a
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The worldwide COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019) pandemic is changing almost everything about how we live our lives, even in terms of taking care of our health. However, life must continue without allowing the virus to interfere with our regularly scheduled checkups and health maintenance. Your primary care doctor is here for you even during these
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