Tag: Concerning Symptoms
Penicillin Allergy? Here Are the Signs to Know
When you were a kid, you may have been told you were allergic to penicillin. For decades, doctors commonly diagnosed allergies to penicillin —and told many people to avoid it. But the reality is that many people told they were allergic to penicillin don’t have an allergy. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 10 percent of Americans have been told they have the allergy, but less than one percent is allergic. How can you tell if you have a true penicillin allergy? You’ll need a test for an accurate diagnosis.
Is It Safe to Exercise After Taking Insulin?
Many people with diabetes require timed insulin injections to manage their condition and stay healthy. Learn more about how exercise and insulin injections affect each other.
Is Your Low Back Pain Really Lumbar Spinal Stenosis?
Experiencing pain or weakness in your legs upon standing or walking? You may be suffering from lumbar spinal stenosis. Learn more about the condition and how it’s treated.
How are Allergies and Asthma Connected?
There’s a strong link between allergies and asthma. Understanding this connection reveals the importance of managing allergies to help control asthma.
What Causes Foot Pain and How You Can Prevent It
It’s easy to go about your day without considering the work your feet are doing – until you find yourself with foot pain. But in most cases, you don’t have to live with it.
Is Your Home Office Making Your Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Worse?
Do you have numbness, pain or tingling in your hands or wrists? Your office may be to blame. Here are tips for correct ergonomics whether you work from home, a coffee shop or are back in the office.
Should I Take My Child to the Emergency Room?
When your child is sick or hurt, you want to do what is best for them. Sometimes they just need to see their pediatrician, sometimes they need more. Learn where to go for what conditions.
Should I Go to the ER, Urgent Care or Primary Care?
You can’t plan for an unexpected health problem or emergency, but when you or a loved one needs immediate care, do you know where to go?
How to Protect Children from Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
RSV is extremely common in the winter months. While most children only suffer mild symptoms, babies and some young children are at high risk for severe illness that might require hospitalization. Learn some simple but effective ways to protect them.
Could I Have Fatty Liver Disease?
If you are overweight, bloated and fatigued, there’s a chance you could have fatty liver disease. This condition can take years off your life if not treated and can affect your quality of life. But there is hope! The liver can repair itself with a healthy lifestyle and working closely with your health care provider.