Reducing Weather Related Joint Pain
“In the Spring, I have counted 136 different kinds of weather inside of 24 hours.” – Mark Twain Preceding every change in temperature comes a change in barometric pressure which can increase knee pain and stiffness. So why is this? The general consensus among experts is that the increase in joint pain that can precede […]
Dutasteride and BPH
A medication that can treat benign prostate hyperplasia symptoms and reduce prostate size, is the FDA-approved 5-alpha reductase inhibitor dutasteride. Dutasteride, also known by its brand name Avodart, works by inhibiting the 5-alpha reductase enzyme, by converting some of the body’s testosterone into dihydrotestosterone– which can cause further prostate growth. The overproduction of dihydrotestosterone, also […]
Risks and Side Effects of a Myomectomy
When fibroids are causing troublesome symptoms, and pain, and interfere with your normal activities, it is important to be aware that there are many treatment options available to relieve this burden. These treatment options can result in a decrease in symptoms, and in the case of a hysterectomy or a myomectomy, remove the fibroids completely. […]