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As they age, most people develop small pouches in their colon wall, called diverticuli. Many people spend their lives without ever noticing a problem, but when the diverticuli become infected problems result.
Advances in highly targeted radiation treatment give men greater hope for survival from prostate cancer than ever before. Yet, because the prostate is right next to the rectum radiation can affect the bowel, urinary and sexual function. But, a new development is changing all that.
When faced with pain from a knee joint that now has bone rubbing on bone, you may need a knee joint replacement. McLeod Orthopedic Specialist Thomas DiStefano, MD, outlines the process and promise of treating a knee gone bad.
The average age for a man having a heart attack in the United States is 65 so there is no need to worry about heart problems until you reach age 65.
Endometriosis – when the lining of the uterus grows elsewhere in the pelvis – can be painful, even dangerous, if left untreated. McLeod Gynecologist J. Michael Davidson, MD, describes a robot-assisted surgical approach to treating endometriosis.
Everyone has an episode of acid reflux now and then after overeating or eating too many spicy foods. McLeod Gastroenterologist Terri Jaggers, MD, describes when you need to see a doctor about GastroEsophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) and what you can do.
Lifting the wrong way, repetitive motions, or whiplash can trigger problems in your lower back and spine. A lot of times, general “wear and tear” or aging can also cause these problems. McLeod Spine Surgeon W.S. (Bill) Edwards, MD, explains treatment options for lumbar spine disc herniations:
In South Carolina, statistics point to 1,000 new cases of pancreatic cancer each year. Yet, many people have no idea where their pancreas is located or what it does.
Oh, those headaches, back pain, fatigue, mood swings and sleep problems announcing the imminent arrival of a woman’s menstrual period. The average woman suffers the monthly ravage of Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) for about 40 years.
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