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What is the best treatment for hidradenitis suppurativa? Hidrahenitis suppurativa is condition that causes pus-filled boils on the forearms. Hidrahenitis suppurativa is treated with oral and topical antibiotics, compresses, laser therapy and surgery. If you repeatedly have painful bumps in your armpits or groin, you might have hidradenitis suppurativa. This is a common condition in...

Cystocele facts* *Cystocele (Fallen Bladder) Facts by John P. Cunha, DO, FACOE A cystocele occurs when the wall between a woman’s bladder and her vagina weakens and allows the bladder to droop into the vagina. Symptoms of a cystocele include urine leakage and incomplete emptying of the bladder. Causes of cystocele include muscle straining during...

Birth defects facts* *Birth defects facts by John P. Cunha, DO, FACOE Birth defects are structural or functional abnormalities present at birth that cause physical or mental disability. They are the leading cause of death for infants during the first year of life. Birth defects may be caused by genetic problems, problems with chromosomes, or...

Introduction to Strabismus Strabismus, also known as crossed eyes, is a condition in which the eyes don't look towards an object together. One of the eyes may look in or out, or turn up or down. The eye turning can occur all of the time or only sometimes, such as during stressful situations or illness....

What is a CT coronary angiogram? A new test is available to diagnose coronary artery disease. In the past, noninvasive functional tests of the heart were used, such as treadmill tests and nuclear studies, to indirectly assess if there were blockages in the coronary arteries. The only way to directly look at the coronary arteries...

Facts you should know about a diabetic diet Any diabetic meal plan aims to control blood glucose and blood lipid levels. There is no single diabetes diet, meal plan, or diet that is diabetes-friendly that can serve as a correct meal plan for all patients with diabetes (type 2, gestational, or type 1 diabetes). Glycemic...

The best fruits for lowering blood pressure include citrus fruits, berries, bananas, pomegranates, prunes, and melons. Lifestyle measures, such as a healthy diet, regular exercise, adequate sleep, and stress management are essential for managing high blood pressure. If you have been diagnosed with high blood pressure, your doctor may recommend certain medications along with lifestyle...

Crohn's disease is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease that causes symptoms such as abdominal pain. Crohn's disease (sometimes called Crohn disease) is a chronic inflammatory disease of the intestines. It primarily causes ulcerations (breaks in the mucosal lining) of the small and large intestines but can affect the digestive system anywhere from the mouth to...

Determining hearing loss in children facts Children can be tested for hearing loss at any age. There are several risk factors associated with hearing loss, including ear infections, prematurity, diseases, and syndromes. Early identification of hearing loss will permit effective intervention, allowing for speech, language and cognitive development that are on target with a child’s...

Baker's cyst facts A Baker’s (popliteal) cyst is a fluid-filled cyst on the back of the knee. A Baker's cyst is swelling caused by fluid from the knee joint protruding to the back of the knee. Baker's cysts are common and can be caused by virtually any cause of joint swelling (arthritis). A Baker's cyst...