An occasional crackle and pop of joints is not uncommon. But if your joints crack often, you need to see a doctor. Cracks, pops or snaps can be experienced in the shoulders, elbows, hands, wrists, feet, ankles, knees and even the jaw. Here are the most...
Internal medicine is the medical specialty that focuses on comprehensive adult care. Doctors who practice internal medicine are also called internists. They care for a person for the duration of his or her lifetime. Internal Medicine Doctor vs. Family Practitioner Internal medicine doctors study adult medicine and...
A foot doctor or podiatrist can diagnose and treat a wide range of foot and ankle problems. A mobile foot doctor can even come to our house and treat your foot condition. The following are a few symptoms in which you should consult a foot...
Most of us know that going for an annual physical from your doctor is important to stay healthy. But many people think they don’t need one, since they are in a state of good overall health. Research shows that people who go for regular annual physicals...
Have you ever waited in a waiting room at your primary care physician’s office or at the ER in the hospital? If yes, you must have heard the words, “You can take a seat. The nurse will call you shortly.” What happens afterwards is anyone’s guess....
Have you ever experienced an upset stomach but didn’t know why? Here are a few things that can cause stomach aches and pains. Acidic foods Fruit juices high on citrus, sodas, spicy and fried foods and alcohol can create acid reflux and tummy aches. Diarrhea If you are vomiting...
Restorative Pain Management works by not only treating the pain itself but by directing therapy at the cause of your pain. By challenging the traditional wisdom of other pain management therapies, restorative pain management doctors, such as those at Pacific Medical Care center in San...
If you are suffering from chronic pain, you should see a pain management doctor immediately. While your primary care doctor can offer some help in some cases, for advanced types of pain they’ll likely refer you to a pain management doctor. Modern pain medicine uses...
You may have heard about 'good' and 'bad' cholesterol. But what is it, and how do you know if you have the right amount? Your body uses cholesterol, a type of fat, to make important compounds like vitamin D and hormones. Hormones control functions like digestion, mood, and reproduction....
There are two common tests for kidney function. These are urinary albumin to creatinine ratio (ACR) and estimated glomerular filtration rate. How do these tests work? Your kidneys contain millions of tiny filters, or 'glomeruli.' Blood passes through them to remove waste and excess water. People with...