Facts you should know about a breast self-exam A breast self-exam is a woman's examination of her breasts for any changes or abnormalities. Although some women prefer to do breast self-exams, their value in detecting early cancers and in saving lives from breast cancer is controversial. For this reason, many medical organizations do not specifically recommend that women do breast...
CRE Bacteria Infection Symptoms, Treatment & Transmission
Carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae (CRE) facts CRE bacteria are germs that have developed a hearty resistance to antibiotics. CRE infections are quite difficult to treat, leading to the term "superbugs" to describe the organisms. CRE (also termed carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae) are bacteria that have developed resistance to multiple antibiotics, including carbapenem. CRE can cause many types of infections and are difficult to treat....
Breast Reconstruction Without Implants: Get the Facts
Women who have had breast cancer and a mastectomy have a number of options in breast reconstruction. If the woman does not want implants, she may choose to have her breast reconstructed using her own body tissue through what is commonly known as a flap procedure. This operation involves moving healthy tissue from one area of the body to the...
Can a Man Give a Woman Trichomoniasis?
What is trichomoniasis? Trich is a sexually transmitted disease that can be transmitted between men and women. Trichomoniasis or trich is caused by a tiny one-celled parasite called Trichomonas vaginalis. It lives in the genitals. It is transmitted usually during unprotected sexual activity; therefore, it is called a sexually transmitted disease (STD) or sexually transmitted infection (STI). Can a man...
Are Bedbugs Contagious? How to Know If I Have Bedbugs
What are bedbugs? Share Your Story Their highest bedbugs concentration is usually within about 8 feet of a location where people sleep. They are active (seek a blood meal) at nighttime and just before dawn; they usually bite any exposed area of the skin (for example, the arms, hands, neck, and face). Bedbugs are parasites (insects) that survive by feeding...
Capnocytophaga canimorsus Infection Prevention, Treatment, Symptoms
Capnocytophaga facts <a href="../script/main/submit-patient-comments.asp?questionid=6111" title="Please share your experience with a Capnocytophaga infection.” onclick=”wmdTrack(‘pc-drv-share’);” target=”_blank” rel=”nofollow ugc”>Share Your Story A lick or bite from a dog can transmit Capnocytophaga bacteria to a person. Capnocytophaga is a genus of bacteria that live in the mouths of humans and animals and can cause severe infections in certain people. Capnocytophaga canimorsus the best-known species....
Can Lice Be Mistaken for Dandruff?
What is lice vs. dandruff? Lice and dandruff both lead to itchy skin on your scalp. But they are very different conditions. An itchy scalp is an annoying problem that no one enjoys. You want to fix it fast but you might not know what’s causing the itch. It could be dandruff or it might be lice. How can you...
Can a Child Outgrow Auditory Processing Disorder?
Listening skills usually develop as the auditory system matures. Because the auditory process matures fully by 13 years, it is possible that your child may grow out of it once they reach that age. Listening skills usually develop as the auditory system matures. It usually takes around 12-15 years of age to have complete auditory processing maturity. However, development in...
Can UTI Symptoms Linger After Antibiotics?
UTI symptoms can linger even after antibiotic therapy Urinary tract infection (UTI) is primarily treated with antibiotics, which can help in resolving symptoms. Sometimes, however, UTI symptoms can linger even after antibiotic therapy. Reasons for this may include: Your UTI is caused by an antibiotic-resistant bacteria strain Your infection is caused by another type of virus, fungi or bacteria You...
What Are the Causes of Rheumatoid Arthritis?
Certain factors increase the risk of RA Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disorder (the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks its own cells). Certain factors increase the risk of RA. The common risk factors are as follows: Sex: Women are at a higher risk than men. Age: RA most commonly begins in middle age. Family history: A positive family history...