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Demystifying Diabetes

East Cary Family Physicians

Insights from East Cary Family Physicians In this blog, we’re diving into one of the most prevalent health conditions worldwide: diabetes. Whether you’re newly diagnosed, caring for someone with diabetes, or seeking to enhance your knowledge, this guide aims to provide valuable insights and practical tips.

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Migraine headaches: diagnostic and treatment tips

Common Sense Family Doctor

A retrospective analysis of characteristics of 15 consecutive years of code stroke cases at a hospital in Barcelona, Spain, found that patients who were ultimately diagnosed with migraine headache with aura (1.1%) were more likely to be younger, female, and have fewer vascular risk factors than patients with ischemic strokes.

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FDA Wants Your Input on Cybersecurity for Servicing of Medical Devices

FDA Law

By Philip Won — On June 17, 2021, FDA has released a discussion paper to discuss cybersecurity issues related to the servicing of medical devices. FDA is now expanding its cybersecurity effort in servicing of medical devices. What are the cybersecurity challenges and opportunities associated with the servicing of medical devices?

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Prostate Cancer: Unmasking the Risk and Reality

East Cary Family Physicians

This phenomenon often leads to delayed diagnoses and missed opportunities for early intervention. In this blog, we’ll delve into the basics of prostate cancer, from understanding the risks to exploring preventive strategies. Timely detection and medical intervention can markedly influence the outcome.

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Unraveling Lymphedema: Causes, Risk Factors, and Treatment Options

Vascular Physician

These include: Being overweight or obese Advanced age Psoriatic or rheumatoid arthritis Pregnancy Undergoing surgery Diagnosis and Medical Evaluation If you are exhibiting signs of lymphedema, do not wait to seek medical attention. Early diagnosis could mean a more effective treatment plan.

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Can a DVT go away on its own?

Vascular Physician

Being diagnosed with a blood clot can be a scary experience. If you've been diagnosed with a DVT (deep vein thrombosis), you may be wondering if your condition will resolve on its own or if medical intervention is necessary. Can DVT go away on its own? What is DVT? What Are the Treatment Options for DVT?

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May-Thurner Syndrome & Venous stenting

Vascular Physician

Treatment for May-Thurner Syndrome Most May-Thurner patients are asymptomatic and neither diagnosed nor treated. If a patient develops a deep venous thrombosis, they may be referred to a vascular surgeon for further evaluation, which is usually when May-Thurner is diagnosed.