Prostate specific antigen
02/15/10 10:12
Prostate specific antigen
The risk of men getting prostate cancer in their lifetime is 1:1.
After age 50 all men should have a digital rectal exam during their physical. Also a blood test that checks for prostate inflammation called Prostate Specific Antigen or PSA for short. Signs that a man should be concerned about the health of his prostate is change in urine stream quality, night time urination- especially more than once a night, a weak stream, frequency, and urgency of urination and even pain with urination or bowel movement. Don't wait when these symptoms occur. Get it checked out. Do not think of talking to your health care provider about these issues as embarrassing.
The risk of men getting prostate cancer in their lifetime is 1:1.
After age 50 all men should have a digital rectal exam during their physical. Also a blood test that checks for prostate inflammation called Prostate Specific Antigen or PSA for short. Signs that a man should be concerned about the health of his prostate is change in urine stream quality, night time urination- especially more than once a night, a weak stream, frequency, and urgency of urination and even pain with urination or bowel movement. Don't wait when these symptoms occur. Get it checked out. Do not think of talking to your health care provider about these issues as embarrassing.
Cholesterol
02/11/10 10:12
Cholesterol
Blood tests are used to identify diseases, keep track of responce to treatments, gauge severity of an illness, etc.
Common blood testing includes Cholesterol screens. Just 1/5 of a teaspoon of blood can check for all of the different kinds of fats that circulate in our blood. A Lipid(fat) panel is a picture of how someone is metabolising fats. Too many can add to artery blockages.
Diet and exercise are the two things that control how much fat is in our blood stream.
The test only takes a minute. The results are back the next day. The results show your levels and recommended levels. Patients with elevations can try diet and exercise. Some may need medication added. Some patients follow up with a dietitian and an exercise coach.
Blood tests are used to identify diseases, keep track of responce to treatments, gauge severity of an illness, etc.
Common blood testing includes Cholesterol screens. Just 1/5 of a teaspoon of blood can check for all of the different kinds of fats that circulate in our blood. A Lipid(fat) panel is a picture of how someone is metabolising fats. Too many can add to artery blockages.
Diet and exercise are the two things that control how much fat is in our blood stream.
The test only takes a minute. The results are back the next day. The results show your levels and recommended levels. Patients with elevations can try diet and exercise. Some may need medication added. Some patients follow up with a dietitian and an exercise coach.
Ear pain in children...
02/10/10 10:23
Ear pain in children can be a sign of ear infection, strep throat, teething, etc.
A quick and thorough exam will help narrow things down to an accurate diagnosis.
It is important to determine the need for antibiotics.
Over use of antibiotics increase resistance and limit their effectiveness.
Up to half or more of ear infections are viral and do not require antibiotic treatment.
Follow up exams are important as up to 70% of resolving middle ear infections continue
to have middle ear fluid that can increase the risk of a recurrent infection.
A quick and thorough exam will help narrow things down to an accurate diagnosis.
It is important to determine the need for antibiotics.
Over use of antibiotics increase resistance and limit their effectiveness.
Up to half or more of ear infections are viral and do not require antibiotic treatment.
Follow up exams are important as up to 70% of resolving middle ear infections continue
to have middle ear fluid that can increase the risk of a recurrent infection.
Healthy Living
02/09/10 09:46
Stay healthy-live longer and better
1 Review diet and food shopping choices with a dietitian
2 Review an activity/exercise program customized to you
3 Get instructed in relaxation techiques including biofeedback and asian techniques
4 Check your cholesterol and blood sugars.
Put these altogether for a better lifestyle for the rest of your life.
1 Review diet and food shopping choices with a dietitian
2 Review an activity/exercise program customized to you
3 Get instructed in relaxation techiques including biofeedback and asian techniques
4 Check your cholesterol and blood sugars.
Put these altogether for a better lifestyle for the rest of your life.
H1N1 Vaccines
02/03/10 09:30
It's never too late to Vaccine!
H1N1 vaccines are available now.
This unpredictable flu virus is still around even though it's not in the news.
Protect yourself and your family.
Preservative free H1N1 vaccine is available for ages 6 months and older.
Cost $20.
H1N1 vaccines are available now.
This unpredictable flu virus is still around even though it's not in the news.
Protect yourself and your family.
Preservative free H1N1 vaccine is available for ages 6 months and older.
Cost $20.
Healty Snacks
02/02/10 10:22
Keep fruit and vegetable drawer filled in refridgerator. Have a tray of each readible accessiblity for children and everyone. The next time your are hungry try drinking a glass of water instead of snacking. Sometimes we confuse thirst for hunger.
Strep Throat Testing
01/29/10 10:23
Rapid strep tests in 5 minutes.
Treatment for strep only a takes few minutes.
Easy and quick!
Treatment for strep only a takes few minutes.
Easy and quick!
Alergy Testing
01/27/10 16:54
Find out what you are allergic to. A simple blood test can determine what a patient may be allergic to.
Winter Shoveling Tips
01/26/10 13:37
1. Pace yourself
2. Take breaks if snow is heavy
3. Stretch before
4. Lift with your legs
5. Get your neighbor kid to do it
6. Physical exertion in cold weather can cause heart attacks so start slow and slowly increase pace, this is better for your heart
7. Dress appropriately in layered clothing
2. Take breaks if snow is heavy
3. Stretch before
4. Lift with your legs
5. Get your neighbor kid to do it
6. Physical exertion in cold weather can cause heart attacks so start slow and slowly increase pace, this is better for your heart
7. Dress appropriately in layered clothing
Prostate Specific Antigen - PSA Test
01/25/10 15:36
A blood test that measures the cells of the prostate gland and is a screening tool for the detection of prostate cancer. The FDA suggests annual screening in men ages 50 and older. This is a simple, inexpensive test with results available usually in 24 hours. This test is usually in conjuction with a physical exam.
This test is $50 plus a $20 blood draw fee.
Mention this blog and receive $5 off.
This test is $50 plus a $20 blood draw fee.
Mention this blog and receive $5 off.