The Abortion Pill: What Every Woman Should Know

There are two main abortion procedures available in the United States today: surgical abortions and medical abortions. While both work well to terminate pregnancies, these two abortion types differ greatly and each has its unique advantages and disadvantages.  Read on to learn more about medical abortions, including how they work, their advantages, and more.  How Medical Abortions Work Medical abortions can be performed until the 10th week of pregnancy. This abortion type starts with a trip to a medical professional who typically first examines a patient to confirm that she is pregnant, then prescribes her two pills that work together to terminate her pregnancy. [Read More]

When Should You Take Your Child To The Pediatrician?

Kids get sick sometimes. And sometimes, they become injured. However, not every illness or injury requires a doctor's direct care. A mild cold can usually be treated at home with an NSAID and fluids. A skinned knee just needs some antibiotic ointment and a Band-Aid. However, it is important to know when your child does need medical attention. Here are some key times you really should take your child to the pediatrician. [Read More]

Advantages Of A Medically Supervised Weight Loss Program

Gaining some weight may cause self-esteem issues as you may not like the overweight look, and your favorite clothes may no longer fit. Additionally, being overweight can cause health-related problems. For instance, obesity increases the risk of developing diabetes, hypertension, and even sleep apnea. Therefore, you need to manage your weight. While various weight loss solutions such as exercising and intermittent fasting may be effective, these methods may not be ideal for you. [Read More]

How Your Gastroenterologist May Treat A Hiatal Hernia

If you have been experiencing heartburn, trouble swallowing, and other symptoms that your primary care doctor believes may indicate a hiatal hernia, then they will probably refer you to a gastroenterologist for diagnosis and treatment. The process of diagnosing a hiatal hernia is quite simple. Your GI doctor will send a scope down your esophagus and take a look at the area where it meets your stomach. If they see evidence of your stomach pushing through your diagram, they'll diagnose you with a hiatal hernia. [Read More]