I have been seeing my doctor for many problems recently, but all the testing has been normal. He has suggested that the symptoms may be related to depression. Is that possible?
Yes, the mind is very powerful. People can have many different symptoms from depression including fatigue, pain, lightheadedness, and shortness of breath. If your doctor has ruled out other causes for your symptoms, then certainly, depression maybe the cause.
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MRSA
by Dean Heller MD September 9th, 2011 | Ask the Doctor
My friend's child developed a skin infection called MRSA. He was very sick for a while. How do I prevent my children from getting this?
MRSA stands for Methicillin resistant Staph. Aureus, which is a bacteria. Many of us live with Staph. Aureus bacteria on our skin without getting sick from it. This bacteria frequently attacks the elderly or the immunocomprimised. MRSA is a type of this bacteria, but one that is resistant to the typical treatment. It can cause serious infections in some people.
To prevent it you should:
1. Cover any open wounds, and shower with soap and hot water.
2. Don't
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MRSA stands for Methicillin resistant Staph. Aureus, which is a bacteria. Many of us live with Staph. Aureus bacteria on our skin without getting sick from it. This bacteria frequently attacks the elderly or the immunocomprimised. MRSA is a type of this bacteria, but one that is resistant to the typical treatment. It can cause serious infections in some people.
To prevent it you should:
1. Cover any open wounds, and shower with soap and hot water.
2. Don't
Osteoporosis
by Dean Heller MD September 2nd, 2011 | Ask the Doctor
My doctor tells me I have Osteoporosis, and she gave me medicine. I have no symptoms, and I am not sure if I want to take it, should I?
Yes, if your doctor gave you this medicine, you should definitely take it. This means that your doctor thinks you are at risk for complications of osteoporosis, such as bone fractures. There are new medicines that recently came on the market that need to be taken only once or twice a year, so ask your doctor about them.
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Yes, if your doctor gave you this medicine, you should definitely take it. This means that your doctor thinks you are at risk for complications of osteoporosis, such as bone fractures. There are new medicines that recently came on the market that need to be taken only once or twice a year, so ask your doctor about them.
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To learn more about osteoporosis, watch this video from
Diagnosing Kidney Disease
by Dean Heller MD August 26th, 2011 | Ask the Doctor
My doctor told me my kidneys are not functioning well. How does he know this, and what causes that?
A simple blood test tells doctors if your kidneys are not functioning well. They look for something called, creatinine. People who have hypertension, diabetes are particularly at risk for chronic kidney disease. So a basic blood test should be done in conjunction with your regular physical exams.
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To learn more about diagnosing kidney disease, watch this video from VideoMD.com.
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A simple blood test tells doctors if your kidneys are not functioning well. They look for something called, creatinine. People who have hypertension, diabetes are particularly at risk for chronic kidney disease. So a basic blood test should be done in conjunction with your regular physical exams.
Expert: News Canada
To learn more about diagnosing kidney disease, watch this video from VideoMD.com.
Heartburn
by Dean Heller MD August 19th, 2011 | Ask the Doctor
My schedule recently changed, so I work later, and I get home and eat dinner later. I have been getting heartburn at night recently, and my wife says I have been coughing in bed. What should I do?
It sounds like you are correct that you have developed "heartburn." These symptoms are related to acid refluxing back into your esophagus. Eating larger meals later in the evening can certainly be playing a significant role. The cough is also likely related; some people even experience chest pain from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), the disease that frequently causes heartburn. Eating earlier in
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It sounds like you are correct that you have developed "heartburn." These symptoms are related to acid refluxing back into your esophagus. Eating larger meals later in the evening can certainly be playing a significant role. The cough is also likely related; some people even experience chest pain from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), the disease that frequently causes heartburn. Eating earlier in