Poison Ivy, Oak, and Sumac

Most of us have had or will have at least one run in with poison ivy or her itchy cousins. It seems a summertime ritual that is unfortunately all too common. These poisonous plants are very hardy and thrive in many different geographical areas and terrains. In fact, for reasons we will discuss in more […]

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is an important medical condition because it highlights the dangers and consequences of hormonal imbalances that are all too common these days. Along with unpleasant side effects such as unwanted facial hair and female balding, this disorder also produces infertility for thousands of women, and can also lead to potentially dangerous complications. […]

Most of us would be a bit troubled if we were told that a polyp had been discovered somewhere in our body. They do not follow the normal growth patterns of healthy tissues, so of course the presence of a polyp is not good news. However, the majority of polyps are not cancerous, although some […]

It can be very upsetting to discover that you have developed a potentially serious complication during pregnancy. Preeclampsia fits that description, and it can have significant effects for both mother and baby. However, it is important to know that the majority of women with preeclampsia are able to deliver healthy babies and fully recover themselves. […]

Many women dread their monthly cycles due to sometimes intense and debilitating symptoms that rob them of energy, emotional balance, and serenity. The temptation is there, and the pharmaceutical companies play the devil’s advocate, to use artificial means to alter the hormonal balances of the body to avoid such unpleasantries. Maybe if we learn more […]

Many folks are of the opinion that prostate troubles are just a part of growing old that most men will eventually have to deal with, if they live long enough. While it is true that an enlarged prostate is very common in older men, this is a completely different issue than prostate cancer, which is […]

If you were to ask most men, I think that you would find  they are aware that they have a prostate gland, but unless it causes trouble, it is not something they think about very often. Prostate trouble is often linked in our minds to a likely consequence of aging that the majority of men […]

What is Psoriasis? Psoriasis is named for the Greek word psora, which means “itch,” and is a chronic skin disease known for its red lesions covered with silvery-white scales of dead skin. It most often makes its appearance on the elbows, scalp, knees, lower back, and legs, but has the capability to attack just about […]

Rabies is an illness not much thought about in this country any more, but unfortunately it is still a common disease in some parts of the world. A bite from a domestic or wild animal that is infected with rabies is a very serious medical condition that, without treatment, can and most often does result […]

What is Raynaud’s Disease? Raynaud’s Disease describes a disorder that is characterized by your fingers, toes, and some other body parts becoming suddenly cold and numb due to reduced circulation. It involves the abnormal constriction of the small blood vessels that supply blood to your skin. Raynaud’s can be primary or secondary. When you have […]