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Eating After Surgery
One of the first steps to recovery following abdominal surgery is to get your digestive tract working again. But sometimes that presents a challenge. Surgeon…
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ER or Not: It’s Difficult to Pee
You need to urinate but it’s hard, if not impossible, to go. Should you make a trip to the ER? Emergency room physician Dr. Troy Madsen says it depends on the…
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Always Out of Breath When Exercising? You Might Have Dyspnea
If you find yourself gasping for air while exercising, you could be out of shape… or it could be a sign of something more serious. Dyspnea is what’s known as…
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Duct Tape: An Effective Treatment for Warts
Warts are raised, round, rough growths on the surface of the skin. They are very common and most people have dealt with one at some point. Warts usually go…
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What's Causing My Dizziness?
Dizziness is one of the most common complaints primary care physicians treat. There are many different types of dizziness, each with its causes and treatments…
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Excessive Chewing Could Cause Jaw Pain
Problems with the jaw joint in front of your ears can have a host of effects: pain when chewing, headaches and more. Gary Lowder has over 30 years of…
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ER or Not: High Blood Pressure
High blood pressure can be a reason for concern, but is it worth an expensive trip to the ER? Emergency room physician Dr. Troy Madsen talks about when a trip…
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Could You Have Fatty Liver Disease?
In recent years, fatty liver disease has become the most common chronic liver disease, affecting as many as 80 million Americans—many who don’t even know they…
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How to Choose the Right Pediatrician for Your Child
As a parent, your pediatrician is one of the most important partners in raising your child. But finding the right doctor for your child can be hard…
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ER or Not: Really Bad Stubbed Toe
Stubbing a toe is painful. You might have stubbed your toe really hard, and might have even broken it. Should you go to the ER? Dr. Troy Madsen stops by to…
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I’m Not Sure Why I Keep Getting Hives
If you get itchy bumps on your skin, it’s usually because of bug bites or allergies. But some people get hives spontaneously and aren’t sure what’s causing…
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Is it Dangerous to Be a Chronic Short Sleeper?
Most research says getting less than the recommended seven to nine hours of sleep a night can be detrimental to your health. But as many as 10 percent of…
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Mole Mapping: What it is and Why You Should Be Mapped
If you are at risk for skin cancer, you'd want to take every precaution to prevent melanoma. Mole mapping is an excellent tool to detect skin conditions…
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CT vs MRI—Which Is Right For You?
What do doctors consider when determining whether to use a CT scan or a MRI for a patient? Radiologist Dr. Ulrich Rassner says there are many factors that go…
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My Pap Smear Came Back Abnormal—Should I Be Worried?
If you get a call from your doctor’s office about an abnormal pap smear, you might start to freak out. Dr. Kirtly Parker Jones says it’s a good idea to take a…
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Could Your Child’s Growing Pains be Juvenile Arthritis?
For most kids who are active, complaints about joint pain can be both common and harmless. But if your child’s joint pain is severe or chronic, it may be early…
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ER or Not: I’ve Been Stabbed with a Pencil
In one way or another, you find yourself punctured with a freshly sharpened No. 2 pencil. There might even be a bit of a dark spot from the graphite underneath…
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Why Does Vaginal Estrogen Cost So Much?
After menopause, a majority of women don't take hormonal therapy with estrogen and often find they have a sense of dryness or burning in the vaginal area. The…
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Listener Question: Ice or Heat a Sprained Ankle?
You have sprained your ankle. Maybe you twisted it during a run. Maybe you suffered a minor fall while skiing. It hurts and is swollen and needs some relief…
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I’m Pregnant But Sleeping on My Side Hurts
Medical experts recommend pregnant women sleep on their side, but what if it makes you so uncomfortable you can’t even fall asleep? Is going to sleep in a…
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4 Tell-Tale Signs You Have Strep Throat
Strep throat is a bacterial infection of the tonsils that is relatively common. It’s contagious and can lead to a very sore throat, so the earlier it’s…
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Am I Normal: I Cry all the Time
Severe grief or disruption can cause anyone to cry, and that’s normal. Prolonged crying that persists without reason is not normal and may indicate a serious…
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Getting Life Back to Normal After Surgery
You’ve just had surgery and are ready to get on the road to recovery. How long does it usually take to heal? Transplant specialist Dr. Jeffery Campsen offers…
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Running Probably Won't Ruin Your Knees
It may seem like a given—if you run long distances regularly, then you’ll eventually need a knee replacement. But from a doctor's perspective, that's actually…
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The Health Problem Women Wish Men Would Fix
Some of the health issues that concerns women don’t actually pertain to their own health, but rather, the health of the men in their life. One of the health…
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Chest Pain That Isn’t Caused by a Heart Attack
You feel a pain in your chest and left arm. You immediately start worrying that you're having a heart attack. At what point do chest pains equal a heart…
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Robotic-Assisted Liver Surgery Could Drastically Reduce Your Recovery Time
Robotic-assisted liver surgery has the potential to cut down your recovery time from three months to just a week. The procedure is a new option available for…
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When Should I Go to the ER for Diarrhea?
Diarrhea is a not-so-pleasant condition we have all experienced at one point or another. But what should you do if it lasts longer than a day? Emergency room…
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Women Should Rest for a Month After Childbirth—Myth or Fact?
Until about 100 years ago, 1 in 10 women died in childbirth. And the period after childbirth was equally delicate. If women survived a difficult birth, they…
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Is Your Child Peeing Too Often? Frequent Urination in Young Children Explained
Your preschooler suddenly needs the bathroom every few minutes—but seems otherwise fine. While alarming for parents, this common phase is often harmless and…
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An ER Doctor's Diagnosis: Severe Stomach Pain
Have an extreme pain or discomfort in your stomach? Has it lasted longer than five minutes? Many sufferers avoid going to the emergency room for fear they’ll…
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How to Stop My Child From Wetting the Bed
Bedwetting is more common than you would think. But it's often something parents and kids don't want to talk about because it can be embarrassing. Pediatrician…
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Is My Wrist Sprained or Fractured?
Even a small slip or fall onto an outstretched hand can injure your wrist, but just how bad is it? Should you ice and elevate the injury? Or go to the doctor…
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Am I Normal: My Breasts Are Different Sizes
From Downton Abbey to “Abby Normal”— Dr. Kirtly Jones explains the variations in women’s breasts and how cultural, ethnic, and developmental differences…
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Your Teen Was Diagnosed with an Eating Disorder—What Happens Next?
Eating disorders are serious medical conditions that significantly impact both the body and mind, particularly in teens facing physical, emotional, and social…
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ER or Not: Severe Back Pain
Should you go to the ER for back pain? In this episode of ER or Not, emergency room physician Dr. Troy Madsen details the two symptoms you should be looking…
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How to Tell If Your Teen’s Diet and Exercise Habits Signal an Eating Disorder
Eating disorders are common among teens but remain a difficult topic for parents to address. Unlike picky eating or a focus on healthy habits, eating disorders…
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New Utah Law Increases Women's Access to Birth Control
States with the least access to family planning have the highest rates of unplanned pregnancies and maternal deaths. Starting May 18th, Utah will become one of…
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Recommended Age for the HPV Vaccine is 11-Years-Old
The HPV (human papillomavirus) vaccine prevents seven different types of cancers, pre-cancers, and genital warts. But some parents don't ask for it. Deanna…
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When Should A Child Be Out of Diapers?
Potty training is a big milestone for children—most should be out of diapers by school-age. But that may not always be the case. Pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner…
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High Blood Pressure and Pregnancy
Having high blood pressure can contribute to miscarriages. Women's expert Dr. Kirtly Paker Jones discusses some important things women should consider about…
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My Child Coughs So Hard, They Vomit. Should I Worry?
According to pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner, a child coughing until they puke is actually pretty common. Children—especially those under 12 months of age—have…
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Smartphones Increasing Emotional Health Problems in Teens
There has been a significant increase in emotional health problems among American teenagers since the adoption of smartphones. Pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner…
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Women More Likely to Experience Drug Addiction
Approximately 4.5 million women in the U.S. have some sort of drug abuse problem. And studies estimate that women are more likely to experience chronic pain…
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Could Your Child’s Flu-Like Symptoms Actually be Caused by Adenovirus?
Kids seem to always get sick during the winter season. Runny noses, coughing, nausea, vomiting—it’s easy to assume the flu. But could your child actually have…
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Could a Career in OB/GYN Be Right for You?
Considering a career in medicine, but not sure what’s right for you? Maybe OB/GYN is a good fit. Women’s health specialist Dr. Kirtly Parker Jones shares her…
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Is it Okay to Spank Your Child?
Spanking is one of the most controversial issues when it comes to parenting. Some argue that spanking is important for discipline, others find the practice…
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Will Personalized Medicine Improve Population Health?
The United States infant mortality rate ranks among the worst for wealthy nations, a clear sign that our nation’s health needs improving. This year’s Frontiers…
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Birth Control Pills Could Lower Risk of Uterine and Ovarian Cancer
At least 30 percent of women in the United States use oral contraceptives for their birth control. For a long time, there has been fear of a link between birth…
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What to Expect During Your First OB/GYN Exam
It’s on the calendar. It’s coming soon. Your first gynecological exam. For some young women, this may be particularly anxiety-inducing. Women's health expert…
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When Should I Schedule My First OB/GYN Appointment?
Regular gynecological exams are essential for women’s health—but there can be confusion about when a woman should schedule her first appointment. Dr. Kirtly…
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Women Are More Concussion-Prone than Men
There are many ways a woman’s brain differs from a man’s brain. For one, women are known to be more likely to suffer from migraines and headaches. In a study…
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Catheter Ablation Works Better Than Traditional Atrial Fibrillation Therapies, Study Shows
A new study reveals that patients receiving radiofrequency catheter ablation compared to traditional drug therapies for atrial fibrillation (AF) have…
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Debunking Old Wives' Tales: Kids' Skin Care
From skipping sunscreen in winter to avoiding makeup during the teen years, there are plenty of myths about how to care for kids’ skin. Pediatrician Cindy…
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Surgical Option to Treat Drug-Resistant Epilepsy
For children with epilepsy, medication is the first line of defense against seizures that could harm the brain. In some cases, though, the condition is…
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Breakthroughs in Embryos Freezing
Recently, frozen embryos have been in the news with a woman giving birth to an embryo that had been frozen for over 24 years. Not only did the birth break a…
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Hormonal Birth Control and the Risk of Breast Cancer
Low-dose methods of contraception, such as birth control pills, IUDs, and implant, have been found to increase the risk of breast cancer in women. Dr. Kirtly…
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How to Tell if Your Newborn Is Having Trouble Breathing
Newborns do not breathe quite like older children and adults, and some of their breathing patterns can look downright scary to new parents. Pediatrician Cindy…
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Putting Off Your Pap Smear? Do It from Home
A pap smear screening is one of most effective ways of preventing cervical cancer. But the screening can be frustrating to do regularly—and downright…
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Is a Career in Family Medicine Right for You?
When pursuing a career in medicine, there’s a lot of options to consider when deciding your specialty. Could family medicine be for you? Family practitioner…