Hives are itchy patches of skin that turn into swollen, itchy welts. They can vary in size. Chronic hives are defined as hives that last for more than six weeks and return over the course of months or years. The cause of chronic hives is often unknown. These welts are caused by some reaction that […]
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Lymphedema is largely a clinical diagnosis. When you see a vascular surgeon for the first time with this condition, they will order tests to make sure no underlying coexisting diseases are present. For example, they will order tests to rule out peripheral arterial disease (blockages in the arterial circulation), chronic venous insufficiency (vein blockages or
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Tasty Options for a Healthier Thanksgiving When we think of Turkey Day, we visualize a meal that is so large that we can’t believe all our choices will fit on our plates — and when dinner is finished we almost can’t get up from the table. We think of a time when extended families gather
Dietician Shares Tips to Help Diabetics Safely Enjoy Holiday Fare by TERESA SCHIFFER The holidays are approaching and with them the annual battle of the carbs at the dinner table. So much fantastic food – hearty casseroles, decadent desserts, and festive beverages … so many hidden calories and carbohydrates lurking on the table that can
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Diabetes is the leading cause of blindness in the United States in adults. November is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month. Over the past several years, the incidence of diabetes has grown as well as the rate of vision loss due to the disease. Diabetes can cause many eye problems. Here are three important things every
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Boy Takes Control of Diagnosis to Dream Big story by KRISTEN GUEVARA photos by TYLER DIGIOVINE A typical 11-year-old likely doesn’t prefer the company of a snitch, but for one Lake Wales boy in particular — it’s exactly what he wants. In 2018, Weston Watson was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes — commonly referred to
Are You Really Boosting Your Immune System? The news has been filled with information concerning the immune system, especially with the Covid-19 pandemic and the start of cold and flu season. The body’s immune system is a complex network of organs, white blood cells, proteins called antibodies, and chemicals that work together to protect you
As we approach the holidays, there are bound to be visions of sugar plums dancing in our heads. Whether intentional or not, the holiday season has become synonymous with piles of sweet desserts and spreads of rich, savory foods. In a nation where an estimated 37 million people have diabetes, including roughly 8 million as-yet
Chances are good that if you’re a resident of Florida, you or someone you know suffered a pretty serious blow from the recent hurricane. I’ve said it a million times: The stress of hurricane season is the price we pay for living in a veritable paradise. This year, that stress was intensified by not just
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