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Hypertension In Seniors: Can Exercise & Diet Save Your Heart?

Center for Family Medicine

This health condition has no apparent symptoms, so doctors must conduct blood pressure readings to diagnose patients. A blood pressure reading is done with a special cuff that measures the systolic and diastolic numbers in millimeters of mercury (mmHg). Detecting high blood pressure Hypertension is not an easily recognizable disease.

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Why I don’t do “weight loss” as a primary care physician

Vida Family Medicine

From specialized obesity clinics to online services offering quick prescriptions, the options can feel overwhelming. This can be disheartening, leading to a cycle of stricter diets, increased frustration, and worse physical and mental health. If you've been trying to lose weight for years, you’re not alone.

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Recognizing and Preventing SIBO: Your Comprehensive Guide

AMMD

How to Diagnose SIBO: Testing Options Conventional medicine fails us when it comes to solving complex gut issues. By breathing into a special balloon or glass tube, your physician can measure the amount of hydrogen and methane produced by your breath. If you’re concerned this may be the cause for you, work with a physical therapist.

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You don’t need X-Rays to tell if a child is constipated

PEMBlog

Special thanks to Dr. Stephen Freedman, from the University of Calgary, for reviewing this post as well – he brought some practical feedback to the table. Use of abdominal radiographs to diagnose constipation has been associated with increased diagnostic error, possibly due to the cognitive bias of search satisfaction.

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5 Early Signs of Parkinson’s Disease

Logansport Memorial Hospital

Did you know that every 6 minutes, someone in the United States is diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease? Before 2022, it was estimated that 60,000 people in the United States were diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease each year. Of those 60,000 people diagnosed, 10 – 20% were under 50 years old.

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Unraveling Lymphedema: Causes, Risk Factors, and Treatment Options

Vascular Physician

Lymphedema is diagnosed by a healthcare provider using the following techniques: Reviewing medical history, including past surgeries Performing a physical exam Using imaging tests, such as a CT, ultrasound, or Lymphoscintigraphy. Early diagnosis could mean a more effective treatment plan.

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Why are So Many Teens and 20-Somethings Today Anxiety-Ridden?

Doctor Rachel

My sister Lisa, who is a 30-year veteran educator who specializes in anxious teens, suggests that creating an environment in which young people can feel safe, form connections with other young people, and be successful, is the key to helping them recover their peace of mind. What is the impact of all this stimulation?

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