February 20, 2013
What is Deep Vein Thrombosis
Deep vein thrombosis is a formation of a blood clot in a deep vein. They can occur anywhere in the body, but are most frequently found in the deep veins of the legs, thighs, and pelvis.
News & Events: Symptoms and Conditions
What is a Sexually Transmitted Infection
These are commonly called STIs or STDs (sexually transmitted diseases). There are a number of different infections, but all are spread via sexual contact, often through body fluids that carry the virus.
February 14, 2013
What is a Mini Stroke
A mini-stroke is a transient ischemic attack (TIA). Its symptoms are like a stroke but do not last long.
February 8, 2013
Awareness Still Needed to Prevent Heart Disease in Women
The American Heart Association celebrates its 10 year anniversary of its Go Red for Women campaign. Its goal is to spread awareness about heart disease in women. Sadly, women are still the No. 1 victim of heart disease.
February 6, 2013
Does My Child have Strep Throat
Strep throat often has quick onset of a sore throat with difficulty and pain with swallowing, higher fevers and often, swollen tonsils and lymph nodes in the neck.
February 4, 2013
How Can I Treat Dry Winter Skin
Dry skin is a very common problem and can occur at any age. Dry skin tends to be worse in the winter months when there is less humidity in the air. The humidity level is also further reduced in northern climates by simply heating our homes. Consequently, dry skin in Wisconsin in the winter months is a very common concern.
January 29, 2013
What is Norovirus
Norovirus infection is highly contagious. It is commonly spread through food or water contaminated by fecal matter during preparation. It can also be acquired through close contact with an infected person, for instance, if you live in a nursing home or work in a day care facility.
January 24, 2013
What Should I do if my Child Gets a Bloody Nose
Bloody noses (or epistaxis) happen commonly in children and are rarely serious.
January 16, 2013
What is Seasonal Affective Disorder
This type of depression occurs at the same time every year, typically in the fall and may continue in the winter months. But it has been known to happen in the spring or early summer.
January 14, 2013
What Do I Need to Worry About if My Child Has a Fever
A fever is not necessarily bad. It is a way the body fights infection. In fact, many fevers don’t need treatment. By activating your child’s immune system, a fever can actually shorten your child’s illness.
December 26, 2012
Why Do I Need Prenatal Vitamins
Pregnancy increases the requirement of all nutrients. Prenatal vitamins help to cover any nutritional gaps that are not met by the diet.
December 20, 2012
How to Treat Elbow Pain
While golf and tennis are great sports to play, both put pressure on the elbow, which can lead to repetitive motion injuries. If you have pain, you need to modify your activity and find the cause of the pain.
December 14, 2012
Pertussis Cases on the Rise
Cases of pertussis continue to climb in Wisconsin, but families can take measures to protect themselves and others. Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is a highly contagious respiratory tract infection.
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