The thyroid is a powerful part of your body. The thyroid is a gland that regulates hormones which affects the metabolism. If it is off, even a little, it can make you feel miserable. Disease of the thyroid is actually pretty common since it becomes a problem if it is functioning too low or too high. Unless you are well versed in the implications of an off-balance thyroid, it...
Foot problems abound since we are, let’s face it, walking on our feet all of the time. Our feet are unsung heroes! Sometimes we treat them like kings and get pedicures, massages and comfortable insoles in our shoes. For the most part, however, we beat our feet up on a daily basis. That is why we have podiatrists, aka a foot doctor. They are trained in treating the problems...
Cosmetic surgery has been around for decades and is just as common as going to the dentist anymore. Cosmetic surgery patients are desiring a different appearance for their body. Sometimes, cosmetic surgery is used for changing the shape of the body such as a breast augmentation or a nose job. Sometimes surgery is the option when the patients want to restore their appearance...
Summertime is here, which means that you and your family will be outside and more active in the warm weather. Kids, especially, will test their limits and some will end up with fractures, or broken bones. From the playground to riding a bike to jumping rope, broken bones can happen with any physical activity. Most fractures occur to either the legs or arms. Children’s bones...
In our society, having lustrous, thick hair is a sign of youth and virility. As we age, our hair can become thinner. Hair loss can affect the individual’s overall sense of self-esteem due to the pressure in our society to look youthful. Hair transplants can help someone in their confidence about their appearance. Men, especially, are prone to hair loss as they age. Some...
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