diagnosis
A patient’s perspective on the path to diagnosis of stomach cancer
(BPT) – To Nelson Civello, the fullness and mild discomfort he felt in his stomach seemed like nothing at first, but as these symptoms continued, he began to worry that something more serious was going on. After discussing his symptoms with multiple doctors, and receiving a number of diagnoses, Nelson had a lingering feeling that […]
STIs and Relationships: What a Diagnosis Really Means
(BPT) – Please see IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ABOUT VEREGEN® (sinecatechins) Ointment, 15% below. Embarrassment. Panic. Regret. These are just some of the reactions the phrase ‘sexually transmitted infection’ (STI) can conjure. If you’re diagnosed with an STI while in a relationship, you may also wonder ‘Is my partner infected?,’ ‘Can I infect my partner?’ and […]
Running with Purpose: Athlete Hits Her Stride, Despite a Surprising Asthma Diagnosis
(BPT) – With temperatures becoming more comfortable, there’s a good chance Brooke Curran is logging miles on a run through her hometown of Alexandria, Virginia. Though her training often requires her to run dozens of miles each time she laces up, Curran wasn’t always a serious runner. In her mid-twenties, she was a stay-at-home mom […]
After years of ER visits and overlooked symptoms, a rare cancer diagnosis emerges
(BPT) – Giovanna was a successful composer and pianist playing alongside some of the biggest names in the music industry when she experienced bouts of abdominal pain so intense she made repeated visits to the emergency room (ER). Over the next several years, Giovanna found herself in the ER at least six times, always with […]
Tackling Heart Health Head On: One Woman’s Journey to Coronary Artery Disease Diagnosis and Treatment
(BPT) – In 90-degree heat and with her heart pounding, Shawna Dukes was in her happy place as she sprinted up and down stadium stairs during the annual University of Texas women’s football training clinic. With determination in her stride, the physically fit, 58-year-old Texas native looked like she could take on anything. However, just […]
Are Home Diagnostic Kits Reliable As A Substitute For Professional Medical Opinions?
Let’s face it. A trip to the drugstore is a whole lot easier than a costly and time-consuming trip to the doctor’s office. No time wasted waiting for the physician; no embarrassing questions to answer; and no sticker shock when the bill comes. Just head for the section of your pharmacy with all of the […]
Using Probability In Medical Diagnosis: A Headache Example
Experienced clinicians begin the process of making a diagnosis upon first laying eyes on a patient, and probability is one of the main tools they use in this process. A glimpse “behind the scenes” from the point of view of a diagnosing physician might help to explain an otherwise mysterious process. The diagnostic process can […]
Parents Launch Healthy Vending Franchise After Daughters Celiac Disease Diagnosis
Memphis, TN (PRWEB) July 24, 2013 David and Ginny Szalay have always paid particular attention to their daughters diet since she was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at the age of 5. When their daughter was also diagnosed with Celiac disease, they knew it would be even more difficult to find snacks and drinks to […]
Health Watch: Five Tips To Keep Your New Year's Resolution To Lose Weight
It’s probably the most commonly made new year’s resolution: lose weight and get into shape. In early January, the gyms are full, the sports stores run out of equipment, and the streets are teeming with new joggers. Many of us promise ourselves to lose weight to start the new year, and usually, within a month […]