Eczema In The Winter
As we come into the cold winter season, not only may we suffer through several respiratory infections, but our skin may also suffer from Atopic Dermatitis (aka eczema). People with eczema have chronic dry, sometimes itchy, skin. There are multiple factors that cause eczema. In addition to genetic predisposition, the external environment can trigger inflammation […]
5 Habits for Healthier Hearing: A Checklist for People with Diabetes
Chances are, a hearing exam isn’t on your healthcare checklist if you have diabetes. It should be. Research shows that people with diabetes are about twice as likely to develop hearing loss. To understand why we have to understand a little about how hearing works. The brain hears when tiny little hairs in your inner ear […]
When Is “Dry Skin” More Than Just Dry Skin?
This time of year, we are all affected by decreasing temperatures and falling humidity levels. Dry skin becomes very common in these conditions and can affect people of all ages. For most people, the use of moisturizing cream daily can help to treat dry skin. In recent years, advances have been made in the development […]
Ear Infections in Children
When your child gets a cold, followed in a few days by a bad earache and fever, he or she most likely has an ear infection. Ear infection, otherwise known as otitis media, means an inflammation of the middle ear. An infection means that organisms, such as viruses or bacteria, have caused the inflammation. Allergies […]
What You Need To Know About Laser Hair Removal
Laser hair removal is one of the most popular nonsurgical aesthetic procedures, along with Botox and hyaluronic acid fillers, with more than one million treatments each year. The process involves pulses of laser light that target the melanin (pigment) in your hair, absorbing the energy and destroying the hair follicle. This prevents hair regrowth. The […]
Tendonitis of the Wrist and Hand
Three common tendon afflictions are tenosynovitis, tenovaginitis, and tendinosis. When the synovial lining around a tendon becomes inflamed, this is known as tenosynovitis. When a tight covering or sheath constricts the tendon, this is called tenovaginitis. When the tendon becomes diseased or degenerated from age, poor blood supply, friction, or over-use, this is known as […]
Why Do I Need An Ultrasound Every Time I Have A Mammogram?
The short answer is, you don’t. If you live in Connecticut and 13 other states, if you have dense breasts (lots of white on the mammogram), your radiologist is required by state law to inform you that the mammogram is less sensitive, and that additional screening with breast ultrasound or MRI may be beneficial. Since […]
The Options for Non-Surgical Facial Rejuvenation
There have been many improvements recently in nonsurgical options to restore your face and make it appear younger looking. There is now a nearly overwhelming list of options to choose from. There is also heavy consumer marketing, which can also be confusing. Below is a simplified explanation of these nonsurgical treatments. The mainstay of nonsurgical […]
The Connection Between Asthma And Allergies
Fall is here! While a beautiful season, many people are suffering from seasonal allergic rhinitis or hay fever caused by ragweed pollen that usually lasts up to the first frost. Many may believe that seasonal allergies are only “itchy eyes and sneezing”. However, there can also be other prominent chest symptoms – such as coughing, […]
The Hearing Aids of Today, Not Your Grandfather’s Hearing Aids
In the United States, 1 out every 6 individuals has a hearing loss that impacts or interferes with their ability to communicate. This causes frustration and isolation, not only for these individuals, but for their families, friends, and acquaintances – many who may not know or understand the difficulties that can accompany hearing loss. Luckily, […]