Mental Health

Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health conditions in the United States. Getting a diagnosis can take time but is important to ensure appropriate treatment. Many mental health conditions are treatable with medications, therapies, support groups, and lifestyle adjustments. Law and ethics protect patient confidentiality. She currently supervises a nurse practitioner. She and her husband are avid travelers and have been to over 55 countries and territories. ALL MENTAL HEALTH ARTICLES

April 17, 2025 · 1 min · 72 words · Tyler Trujillo

Pamela Kaufman

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April 17, 2025 · 1 min · 2 words · Tammy Smith

Skin Conditions

Her professional interests include Mohs micrographic surgery, cosmetic and laser procedures, and immunodermatology. ALL SKIN CONDITIONS ARTICLES

April 17, 2025 · 1 min · 17 words · Morgan Brown

Stress

It comes from living with difficult situations like a toxic workplace or relationship, long-term illness, or homelessness. Stressaffects many different parts of your body. It can also help to talk to a therapist. Sean Hashmi, MD, is an experienced nephrologist and obesity medicine specialist based in Southern California. Chester Wu, MD, is double board-certified in psychiatry and sleep medicine. To serve her diverse patients, she demonstrates cultural sensitivity and knowledge of customary food practices....

April 17, 2025 · 2 min · 246 words · Derrick Flores

The United States of Stress 2019

To unpack this problem is a matter partly of mental health and partly of physical health. Its the stress that can both cause medical conditions and trigger and exacerbate flare-ups from existing conditions. Because we’re not taking care of ourselves right now. Key takeaways: Stress on steroids. Thats how life feels for many Americans today. Consider senseless shootings, a nasty political climate, catastrophic weather, increasingsuiciderates. No wonder we feel overloaded, overwhelmed, out of control, and unsafe....

April 17, 2025 · 6 min · 1232 words · Brittany Gomez

What Is Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS)? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Specifically, ankylosing spondylitis causes enthesitis inflammation where the tendons, ligaments, and bones meet. This can lead to kyphosis, a punch in of spinal curvature that results in a forward-hunching posture. Typically, symptoms worsen over time gradually for some people and more rapidly for others. Learn More About Signs and Symptoms of Ankylosing Spondylitis What Does Ankylosing Spondylitis Feel Like? The SI joints are located at the base of the spine, where the spine meets the pelvis....

April 17, 2025 · 3 min · 639 words · Victoria Anderson

What Is Chronic Kidney Disease? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention

Chronic kidney disease is grouped into stages, from less severe to more advanced disease. What stage of CKD you have will determine what treatments or lifestyle modifications your healthcare provider recommends. This damage can be related to different health conditions. Kidney damage due to diabetes is known as diabetic nephropathy. This extra pressure can damage the tiny blood vessels in your kidneys over time. How Is Chronic Kidney Disease Diagnosed? Other tests may be used when ultrasound is ineffective....

April 17, 2025 · 2 min · 227 words · Joseph Simpson

What Is Epilepsy? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention

This disturbance causes the neurons to fire abnormally, resulting in seizures. Some people with epilepsy stare off into space or make strange sounds during a seizure. Some people may undress, laugh, or walk in circles. In discussing epilepsy, doctors often refer to seizure types, epilepsy types, and epilepsy syndromes. The symptoms of the seizures will vary depending on the part of the brain affected. How Much Is Epilepsy Impacting Your Life?...

April 17, 2025 · 5 min · 885 words · Jeremy Turner

Carmen Chai

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April 16, 2025 · 1 min · 2 words · Monica Lopez

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April 16, 2025 · 1 min · 2 words · Douglas Brown

How Much Walking Is Too Much?

[1] If you like to walk alot, heres what you should know. Can You Walk Too Much in a Day? Time is another consideration. Who Should Be Careful About Walking Too Much? However, it shouldnt cause overuse injuries. So how do you know if youre reaching the point of overuse? Watch for physical signs. Consult your doctor if the pain doesnt improve or it returns after a break from walking....

April 16, 2025 · 1 min · 109 words · Melissa Hickman

What Is Broken Heart Syndrome? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention

But did you know such trauma could actually trigger a real cardiac condition known as broken heart syndrome? According to theCleveland Clinic, they typically occur within minutes or hours of the traumatizing event. Because the heart muscle doesnt suffer any permanent damage, the likelihood of a long-term heart issues is low. Its also unlikely to recur. In rare instances, broken heart syndrome can be fatal. About 1 percent of all cases lead to death, perCleveland Clinic....

April 16, 2025 · 2 min · 234 words · Zachary Brown

Slow-roast Easter stuffed lamb

Plus gravy.Give me a second. I need to sit down after describing that! So here it is and its a knockout.JBis back with a vengeance!! The potato cook “confit-style” so they are melting inside, like Fondant Potatoes on steroids! Not your average stuffed lamb This isnt your average stuffed lamb roast. The mushroom duxelle stuffing itself is something special, loaded with herby, nutty flavour. And the gravy!! Ingredients in Easter slow-roast stuffed lamb 1....

April 15, 2025 · 7 min · 1360 words · Tyler Miller