Interesting and intriguing articles from your general practitioner and internal medicine doctors at Raleigh Medical Group.
Modern medicine has yet to create a crystal ball that can predict future health problems, but it has created useful tests and screenings that can provide a roadmap. These “maps” are tools that let patients know which diseases are most likely to present challenges to their health. This is where internal medicine is brought in. […]
There’s a lot you already know about urinary tract infections (UTI’s): they are painful, inconvenient and seem to happen more often as you age. But did you know they are the second most common type of infection, causing 8.1 million health care visits a year? Or if the infection is not treated in a timely manner, it can […]
Do you take Lipitor to lower your cholesterol? Have you taken an over-the-counter pain reliever like Tylenol or Advil? If so, you’ve benefited from a clinical trial. These research studies are vital because they help effective medications reach the marketplace and help healthcare professionals determine which approaches are best for certain situations. This means when you have […]
Certainly, there are several advantages to gym membership: It gives you the opportunity to work with personal trainers, access to exercise classes, and often, even a pool or racquetball courts. But just because you aren’t a card carrying member to the Raleigh YMCA or Gold’s Gym doesn’t mean you can’t stay in shape. How? Here are some simple ways to keep […]
ONE IN SIX. The Centers for Disease Control state that one in six Americans from age 14 to 49 have genital herpes—a sobering statistic, particularly when it may show no symptoms. In fact, most people with herpes have only mild outbreaks that can easily be mistaken for something else. Following are five important indicators that you […]
Cholesterol is everywhere in the news. Consumers can be overwhelmed with ads for the latest cholesterol-lowering drugs or fad diets that promise to reduce it to healthy levels. But have you ever stopped to wonder why cholesterol is so important? How can you change your diet to keep your cholesterol levels perfect? Cholesterol is a […]
If only patient check-in procedures were as easy as opening an app on your iPad. Now they are! In fact, your next doctor’s visit may look something like this: Instead of being greeted by a line at the receptionist’s desk (along with a pile of paperwork), you’re greeted with a PhreesiaPad. This tablet—similar in size to […]
There’s nothing quite as beautiful as a gorgeous spring day when March flowers are in bloom–unless you have allergies. For many people, over-the-counter or prescription allergy medication alleviates their symptoms, and they’re able to enjoy the beautiful Carolina outdoors. For others, there’s little relief, and they have to turn to immunotherapy or “allergy shots” for relief. With […]
Your doctor is your partner in your care. You may have heard that phrase a lot, but do you really know what it means? It means that your physician is dedicated to helping you live a healthier life. But in order to do that, you and your doctor need to communicate honestly and openly. There […]
I think it’s safe to say that many of us will be hosting or attending a Super Bowl party this year. With the home team in and Cam’s energy against Peyton’s experience, it’s going to be a great game. It’s also a game that typically comes with a line-up of high-calorie party food, like pizza, […]