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You’ve heard the phrase, “moderation in all things.” Here’s another one, “sometimes less is better.” For certain people who would benefit from limited exposure to radiation, a low-dose CT (Computerized Tomography) scan can...
Perhaps nothing is more concerning than feeling like there is something wrong with your heart. If you are having a medical emergency, dial 9-1-1. If you aren’t having an emergency, and you feel...
If you’re reading this, chances are your ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat) specialist, also called an otolaryngologist, has recommended a sinus CT scan, and you have questions. From explaining why the scan is...
You might start to worry when your doctor recommends a CT scan to see if you might have cancer. But don’t worry just yet. There’s still a lot for your medical team to...
When you think you might have had a stroke, you and your loved ones may feel overwhelmed, or even a little scared. We understand that. After a possible stroke, it’s important for your...
If you are injured or have concerning symptoms, your doctor may order imaging tests to get a better idea of what’s wrong. MRI scans and CT scans are two common options. Although both...
You don’t have to play football to be at risk for concussion. Anyone can develop a concussion — a type of brain injury — after a fall, a car accident, or a blow...
Doctors often use various tests to diagnose ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease. Symptoms of these inflammatory bowel diseases (IBDs) can mimic those of other conditions, making them more difficult to diagnose. Crohn’s disease...
Your busy life makes it easy to put your nagging back pain on the back burner. Sometimes, symptoms go away with rest or time. But ongoing pain can make it challenging to spend...
