Today's families have more options for health care than ever before, and it can be confusing trying to figure out where to turn for help with an illness or injury. In the past, your family physician was your go-to source for minor health problems, and the hospital was where you went for life-threatening emergencies. Now, urgent care adds another option that offers greater convenience for treating common health conditions. If you are facing a health problem that requires treatment, then here are the questions to ask that will help you make the right choice for your care.
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If you have a senior parent who lives independently, it is important that you take the time to look for cues that they may be experiencing mobility issues. Do not make the mistake of thinking that your parent must show obvious signs of impairment such as those seen after a stroke or serious fall. Overlooking signs that your aging parent may need mobility aids could place them at risk for injuries.
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Healthy eyes can be damaged by outside sources. Photokeratitis is a painful condition that is totally preventable. Knowing what causes photokeratitis and understanding the condition will help you protect your eyes and eyesight.
What is photokeratitis?
Photokeratitis is a sunburn of the eye. This condition is caused by exposure to invisible rays of energy known as ultraviolet rays.
This painful condition develops when the thin surface layer of the cornea of the eye is exposed to damaging ultraviolet rays.
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During the consultation with your plastic surgeon, you probably discussed how your nose would look after your rhinoplasty surgery is complete. In fact, your doctor probably showed you comparison pictures or used 3D imaging to show you exactly how your nose would appear after your surgery. Don't expect your nose to look like the 3D image as soon as you step out of the operating room. It takes about two weeks to recover from rhinoplasty surgery.
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Having hemorrhoids might be uncomfortable, but you shouldn't be so embarrassed by this common issue that you don't seek medical care. Symptoms such as pain or itching, swelling and even the appearance of blood when you go to the washroom can indicate that you have one or more hemorrhoids that need attention. It's best to arrange a visit with your doctor, who will be able to inspect your body and determine how to help.
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