If you're injured at work and you file a worker's compensation claim, there's a good chance that you'll be required to get an independent medical examination before your claim is approved. This means that you'll have your injury examined by a doctor that you've seen before. It's common for people to be nervous before an independent medical exam, because the results of the exam can affect the outcome of their claim.
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Have you been diagnosed with lumbar spinal stenosis? This debilitating ailment can make your life miserable. It is painful and sometimes even the strongest pain medications don't give much relief.
Spinal stenosis is caused by degenerative changes and usually affects those who suffer from arthritis. The degenerative changes cause the joints of the vertebrae to enlarge pressing on nerves and causing pain.
Should you and your doctor decide that lumbar laminectomy surgery is your best option, you will want to know what to expect as far as recovery.
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Fibromyalgia is a disease that affects the way your brain responds to pain. Each patient responds to treatments differently and finding the best treatment for you may involve a frustrating time of trial and error. IV therapy can be beneficial to some patients who suffer from this disorder.
Causes and Symptoms of Fibromyalgia
Researchers aren't certain what causes this disorder, but they believe many factors can contribute to the disease.
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If you're approaching your 50th birthday, your doctor may recommend a baseline colonoscopy. The American Cancer Society recommends that everyone should begin colon cancer screening tests at 50 years of age. A colonoscopy is one such test your doctor can order for a baseline and then repeat every ten years thereafter if the tests are negative. If your doctor finds early signs of cancer or polyps, you may need to have more frequent tests to keep an eye on your condition.
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Keeping an eye on your moles, especially if you spend a lot of time in the sun, is wise. Below is a basic explanation of moles and five warning signs that warrant a trip to a dermatologist.
What is a Mole?
A mole is created by a concentration of melanocytes, cells that have the pigment melanin and that determine skin color. The cells grow in a cluster rather than being distributed evenly throughout the skin.
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