Have you experienced irregular, heavy or frequent menstrual periods? This is often diagnosed as abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB) and can be a sign of health issues that need medical attention. Although it is not uncommon for a woman’s menstrual periods to change in flow or frequency, continuous changes may be a symptom of a serious…
Your cheeks have a large impact on the shape of your face. While some people desire cheek implants to soften their face, others opt to have cheek reduction surgery. For those who were born with a rounder, fuller face, cheek reduction can help define their facial structure, offering a more sculpted look for their face.…
A brow or forehead lift is one of the most popular cosmetic surgeries to reduce the signs of aging. This procedure can help diminish forehead lines and wrinkles as well as tighten the skin above and around the eyes. However, all brow lifts are not the same. There are actually several different brow lift surgeries…
There are television shows that are dedicated to the horror stories of people who chose the wrong plastic surgeon to do their cosmetic surgery. Not only did they pay to have an expensive procedure performed and did not get the results they desired, they also are faced with having to pay to have the surgery…
If you are considering using liposuction to help sculpt your body, you have more choices available than ever before. Advances in cosmetic surgery have created different options to help those looking to remove stubborn fat from problem areas. Choosing the right type of liposuction is crucial to get the results you desire. Here are three…
Have you been experiencing severe pelvic pain, especially during your menstrual period? It may be caused by endometriosis. This medical condition occurs when endometrium, the tissue that lines the uterus, grows outside of the uterus, affecting your ovaries, bowel or pelvic tissue. Like the endometrium in your uterus, this displaced tissue thickens and breaks down…
Did you know that about four out of ten people experience sciatica during their lifetime? Sciatica is when the sciatic nerve becomes irritated, causing nerve pain, weakness and numbness in the lower back, hip or legs. This condition can range from slightly aggravating to extremely painful, even causing loss of movement. Rest is rarely the…
Almost everyone has been in an auto accident, whether it is a small fender-bender or a serious injury crash. In fact, in 2014 there were 2.3 million people reported to be injured in vehicle accidents. Due to the impact factor in vehicle accidents, many of the injuries involve damage to the spine or neck that…
Every few years a new diet trend comes along. Decades ago it started with counting calories. Then it moved on to watching fat grams and from there to watching how many carbs you eat. Now everyone is cutting gluten from their diet. So is eating gluten-free really necessary? For some, it can be the difference…
With the high number of people each year that are affected by skin cancer, an abnormal growth on or below the skin can be concerning. However, some conditions like lipomas are not cancerous or harmful. A lipoma is noticeable as a soft, pliable lump under the skin, usually small in size. These bumps are fatty…
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