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I think I might have rosacea on my face. How do I know if it is rosacea or acne? Rosacea can have a varied presentation depending on your skin type. However, with rosacea there are some common symptoms such as increased facial redness, red bumps or increased tiny red vessels. Other symptoms may include skin sensitivity and irritation, thickening of skin and irritated eyes. There can be instances where a patient may have both acne and rosacea, but typically acne bumps include whiteheads and blackheads.
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The Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS) examined the effects of supplements such as zinc and antioxidants on patients with Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) and other eye disorders. This study tested these antioxidants to determine if they prevent the progression of these conditions, and results showed that although the supplements do not stop AMD from developing, they reduce the risk of vision loss by 19 percent. Talk with your doctor to see if this vitamin cocktail is right for you.
Generally speaking, spinal surgeries vary in recovery time. The keys to a speedy recovery are following your physician’s orders during the post-op period and participating in a rehabilitation program tailored to your specific needs. If you try to take short cuts to get back on your feet sooner than advised, you may find it to be detrimental in the short and long term, and it could potentially negate the positive effects from the surgery.
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I’ve heard that certain supplements can help prevent some debilitating eye conditions. Is that true?
I am having spinal surgery and I’m worried about the recovery time. Are there any short cuts to getting back on my feet?
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How do I know if I have a food allergy? Symptoms tend to appear within several minutes of eating the food in question and may include hives, swelling, vomiting, coughing or difficulty breathing. Symptoms will occur each time the food is eaten. An allergist can order specific allergy testing to help make an accurate diagnosis and guide families through prevention and management.
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My teenage daughter has always been very self-conscious of her nose. Is she too young for a nose job? We begin performing nose surgery (rhinoplasty) on female patients at the age of 14. It is the age that most young women are considered to be emotionally mature enough to be involved in the decision-making and to understand Mike Majmundar, MD the risks. It is also the age that full mid-facial Northside Facial Cosmetic Surgery development is complete.
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