An oncologist has revealed the tell-tale signs of a ‘silent cancer‘ she looks for in her own body. Dr Jamie Bakkum-Gamez, a gynecologic oncologist at the Mayo Clinic in Minnesota, revealed that the warning signs of ovarian cancer are often subtle and easily mistaken for more benign conditions. And in just a few months, it can grow from microscopic to …
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How lying to your doctor about your daily habits could lead to waking up DURING surgery
People who do not tell surgeons that they smoke or consume weed could suffer a terrifying complication during surgery, doctors warn. Dr Kunal Sood, an anesthesiologist and pain specialist in Maryland, said: ‘[Regular] marijuana use may… change how the body processes drugs… and cause anesthetics to break down more quickly. ‘That’s why it’s important to be honest with your anesthesia …
Read More »Ronny Jackson, Trump’s former doctor, reinstated as retired Navy rear admiral – Politico
Ronny Jackson, Trump’s former doctor, reinstated as retired Navy rear admiral Politico Rep. Ronny Jackson reinstated to retired rank of rear admiral The Hill Navy reverses demotion of Rep. Ronny Jackson, former White House doctor under Trump and Obama CBS News Trump officials restore Ronny Jackson’s military rank after Biden-era demotion The Washington Post Navy reverses demotion of Rep. Ronny Jackson, former White House …
Read More »Colon cancer doctor shares five life-saving lessons: Symptoms and risks you should know |
Dr. Karen Zaghiyan, a prominent colorectal surgeon at Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles, recently shared vital advice on bowel cancer in a widely viewed Instagram video. She offers straightforward guidance for anyone concerned about or diagnosed with colorectal cancer. Dr. Zaghiyan stresses the life-saving importance of early screening, particularly colonoscopies, and urges patients to seek second opinions to ensure accurate diagnoses. …
Read More »I’m a doctor and this is how I came off antidepressants to stop my world exploding
For decades, antidepressants have been the cornerstone of mental health treatment in Britain. For much of that time, they’ve been highly stigmatised – deemed to be symptomatic of weakness or dependency, or seen as a “zombie pill” that numbs emotions and drowns out personality. Now, more people are taking antidepressant medication than ever before: record numbers, in fact. In the …
Read More »Heart Health: Doctor shares statin side effects your prescription likely didn’t mention |
Statins have been nothing short of monumental in reshaping heart health. These drugs work by helping the liver remove more of the “bad” LDL cholesterol from the blood, which in turn lowers the buildup of fatty deposits in arteries. Less buildup means a lower risk of heart attacks and strokes. The benefits are well documented. Let’s take a look..For instance, …
Read More »What is sepsis? A Maryland doctor explains the symptoms and cause.
September is Sepsis Awareness Month, and MedStar Health in Maryland reports that too many still don’t know about it and its symptoms. Nearly half of adults either have no idea what sepsis is or have never heard of it, according to a recent national survey by MedStar Health. One Baltimore sepsis survivor had it when he was a teen. He …
Read More »I’m a doctor… here are the ‘unexpected’ things I AVOID doing at all costs
A doctor has revealed the top three ‘unexpected’ things that she tries to avoid – and some of them may shock you. The crucial information was shared in a new video posted to TikTok this week by Los Angeles-based doctor Nicole Van Groningen. Dr. Van Groningen is an internal medicine doctor, and often takes to the social media platform to debunk medical …
Read More »Dear Doctor: Are there some vitamins you should not take if you have prostate cancer?
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 68-year-old male who weighs 130 pounds and is 5 feet, 7 inches tall. I am in good shape and work out regularly. I had my prostate removed in 2023 after about six years of active surveillance, and I just finished radiation treatment. I’ve taken vitamins for as long as I can remember. I take …
Read More »Doctor reveals ‘sudden and almost obsessive craving for a certain type of food’ people often experience three months before cancer diagnosis
Bizarre cravings for the likes of chocolate, pizzas and even whole lemons, are often considered unique to pregnancy. But a similar phenomenon may be a premonition of some cancers, doctors have reported. Research has also suggested food cravings may be associated with certain cancers including breast, ovarian and endometrial. Yet, just as cravings and aversions in pregnancy tend to vanish …
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