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By Sarah Artman, MDBoard-Certified, American Board of Obstetrics and GynecologyPrincipal InvestigatorAventiv Research, Inc. Did you know September is PCOS month? But, what in the world is PCOS and why do I care? PCOS is a syndrome with a publicity problem. The name PCOS sounds a bit mysterious and does little to describe the condition. Perhaps […]
Have you ever wondered why your chin repeatedly breaks out? Are you curious as to why your acne is so prevalent in your T-zone? Read on to learn what causes acne and why it tends to occur on specific areas of the face and body. Why Do People Get Acne? Your pores contain oil glands. […]
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, is one of the most serious conditions affecting people’s health today. And although the disease has been contracted by millions of Americans, many know very little about COPD, how it affects their health, or how to treat the illness. If you or a loved one has contracted COPD, don’t […]
Dear Dr. Arora, Hello, I’m a 46-year-old mother of two in Columbus, OH. My husband, Chad, is 53 years old and was just recently diagnosed with COPD. Chad has worked in a fiber glass factory for the past 23 years and has smoked cigarettes since I can remember. Upon his recent diagnosis, we were told […]
You’re at a fork in the road. You have the desire to quit but maybe not the self-control, or maybe you choose to justify your smoking as a social activity and minimize the heightened level of risk at which you’re putting your own health. Trust me, as a former smoker myself, I understand the predicament. […]
Back pain is more than just a pain in the back. Those that struggle with chronic back pain can attest to the toll it takes on everyday life. Daily tasks become a chore and even getting out of bed becomes a struggle. If you are trying to figure out the cause of your back pain, […]
If you have Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, or PCOS, you probably don’t discuss it with many people. The condition can cause embarrassing symptoms, some of which I’ve personally experienced firsthand. They can include weight gain, excessive hair growth on unwanted places like the lip and chin, as well as painful and irregular periods. While I’m not […]
When most people think of osteoarthritis, they imagine an elderly person with creaking knees and hips. While many arthritis sufferers are older, there are other factors that can contribute to the condition. To learn more about the causes of osteoarthritis, as well as a few potential treatment options, keep reading. High impact activity can lead […]
If you’ve recently been diagnosed with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, or COPD, chances are you may feel overwhelmed. Most likely you’ve been experiencing symptoms such as coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath or tightness in your chest. Depending on the severity of the symptoms you experience, you may or may not need to use an inhaler, […]
What do Cameron Diaz, Brad Pitt and Alicia Keys all have in common? Well, besides being world-famous, they all struggle with acne. Acne is not just an esthetic inconvenience, it’s a skin disease that can be caused by a variety of factors. Read on to learn about three common acne triggers and potential solutions. Eating […]