Hearing loss can happen at such a gradual rate that it can be hard to tell you may have a problem. If you are at a higher risk for hearing loss, such as if it runs in your family or if you are elderly, you want to pay close attention and look for signs that you may have a problem with your hearing. The sooner you realize you may have a problem and go in for a hearing test, the sooner you can put an end to those missed out conversations.…
Read More »If you have arthritis, your rheumatologist may recommend natural or alternative treatments in conjunction with your regular medication and physical therapy. There are lots of different options for further relief of your symptoms. Talk to your doctor before seeking any additional treatments. The following therapies can help soothe your arthritis and don’t require a prescription or referral. Topical creams that heat up Although the relief that they provide is temporary, topical creams that induce a heating sensation in your joints can help you accomplish light tasks such as writing, gardening and cooking.…
Read More »Doctors often use computerized tomography (CT) scans and magnetic resonance imaging (MRIs) to diagnose internal problems with the body. If your doctor is considering either of these tests (or both), you may want to know what the differences are. Here are two key differences between these two common types of tests. Their Uses While both types of scans are used to see the internal parts of the body, each is used for different purposes.…
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