How Stem Cells Are Changing The Way You Face Pain

Pain is the number one complaint of every patient that has ever seen a doctor. The funding for pain medication is only seconded by medications for sexual complaints and cancer treatments. If you have pain anywhere in your body, then you know exactly how hard it is to ignore. You might even be tempted to try surgery to end the pain, but that does not always work out as evidenced by dozens of patients who have repeat knee, hip, and shoulder replacement surgery. [Read More]

3 Ways Heart Arrhythmias Are Treated

Heart arrhythmias occur when there are abnormalities in the heart's rhythm; this can refer to the speed at which the heart beats, or the fact that it does not beat in a synchronous manner. Several treatments can be used to reduce the risk of cardiac arrest or other complications associated with arrhythmias. Medication Some types of heart arrhythmias can be treated with medication. A fast heartbeat (tachycardia) is often managed with beta-blockers, which not only reduce blood pressure in people with hypertension, but also help to slow your heart rate. [Read More]

Removing Unsightly Warts: What Treatment Methods Work?

If warts have developed on your skin and you would like to have them removed for cosmetic purposes, there are different ways to go about getting rid of them. Warts can appear on many areas of the body, but they are commonly found on the hands and feet. Different methods of treatment are used to remove them, leaving the skin smooth and free of any unsightly warts. Some methods may be performed at home, while others may need to be performed by a physician. [Read More]

3 Signs You Need To Visit A Doctor For A UTI

Urinary tract infections are common in adults. In fact, many people experience this medical condition at some point and can treat it at home and move past the health concern as if nothing ever happened. However, this level of easiness is not always the case. For some people, urinary tract infections require a visit to the primary care doctor. If you're experiencing this condition, learn about some of the warning signs that might signal the need for a visit to the doctor. [Read More]