While you may or may not recognize right off the bat that you have a deviation in your septum (a condition where the inner dividing cartilage in the center of your nose is pushed to one side or the other rather than remaining straight and in the middle as it is supposed to) if you have one, you most certainly will notice the symptoms. If you experience snoring or louder than...
Tetanus, which is sometimes referred to as Lock Jaw is caused by bacteria known as Clostridium tetani. It is feared that when someone receives a wound such as a puncture or a cut this form of bacteria will enter the bloodstream and affect the nerve function leading to muscle spasms in the stomach, neck, hands, and feet. It may be localized in reaction or system-wide. The term...
If you are experiencing seasonal allergies and you live here in SW Florida you aren’t alone. Allergy medication both over the counter and prescription are a huge seller for Floridians. Itchy eyes, watery noses, headachy feelings, and foggy thoughts are detrimental to daily life and we collectively spend millions of dollars trying to get our heads clear once again...
Experiencing the urgent, overwhelming need to urinate is never a pleasant feeling, especially when it’s so sudden that you have trouble making it to the bathroom in time. Feeling the urge to “go” more often is common if you’ve been drinking fluids in excess, particularly carbonated beverages with artificial sweeteners, coffee/tea with caffeine, or alcohol. Some foods...
Trying to lose weight may be one of the hardest day-to-day challenges you’re facing right now. It’s a constant struggle, and choosing what foods to eat, what not to eat and sticking to a diet plan can be easily derailed by hunger or temptation. For those with weight issues affecting their health, a surgical remedy may be appropriate. Surgery candidates are typically obese...
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