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Many of my patients have heard the FDA announcement about tendon ruptures, so I thought I would post an update on the story of the quinolone antibiotics.
What is the problem? Increased risk of tendon problems with fluoroquinolones has prompted the FDA to require makers of these antibiotics to include a boxed warning concerning an increased …
There are no dumb questions, but occasionally embarrassing ones. Many of you sheepishly bring up issues during your visit with the doctor thinking you are alone and you are not alone. Here are the most common awkward questions I am asked about.
1) Bright red blood with your poops. This is so common we call this Bright Red …
Primary brain tumors arise from different cells of the central nervous system. Distinguish this in your mind from secondary brain tumors which are those originating elsewhere in the body that spread to the brain. Sadly, Senator Kennedy has just been diagnosed with a malignant primary brain tumor and evidence indicates these are becoming more …
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Breast cancer is a cancer that usually originates in the ducts or lobules of the breast. In general, cancer occurs when the body creates cells far in excess of what the body normally requires. These cells group together and form tumors.
Symptoms of breast cancer can include a lump in the breast, a change in size or shape of the breast or discharge from a nipple. Monthly breast self-examination and regular mammograms can help detect breast cancer early when it is most treatable.
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A Tender Touch
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