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What's Inside Doctors’ Directory

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EDITORIAL

Dr. James “Jim” Long loves his profession - Pages 10-12

Publisher Reece Terry

How to maintain healthy kidneys - Page 13

Editor Mark Boehler

Map of Magnolia Regional Health Center - Pages 16,17

Contributors Mark Boehler Stephen Froussard, M.D. Jennifer Garrett, M.D. Magnolia Pediatric Clinic Mayo Clinic Metro Services Mary Elizabeth Pounders, M.D. Kimberly Shelton

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It’s never too late to get flu vaccinations

By Mary Elizabeth Pounders, FNP-C Magnolia Medistat Clinic It’s not too late to vaccinate!

Although our forecasts suggest otherwise, winter is in full swing, and we are beginning to see cases of the flu.

“Flu season typically peaks between December and February but significant activity can occur as late as May,” said Dr. Dan Jernigan, Deputy Director of the Influenza Division in the National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases (NCIRD) at CDC. “We are encouraging people who have not yet been vaccinated this season to

get vaccinated now.“ The flu vaccine is the only way to prevent the flu. Each year the vaccines effectiveness can vary.

However, there is documented support that the vaccine can reduce flu illness, shorten the duration of the flu, decrease work and school absences due to influenza, and prevent flu-related hospitalization.

For some, diagnosis of the flu means cough, sore throat, fever, stuffy nose, muscle aches and fatigue. All of this can add up to several miserable days spent in bed.

However, for those in our community with other contributing health problems, a flu diagnosis can mean severe illness, hospital-

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Cardiovascular disease risks for women

By Stephen Frossard, DO For Crossroads Magazine In the United States, one in four women will die from heart disease.

The majority of what we do in cardiology every day is to determine a patient’s risk for cardiovascular events, including stroke and heart attack.

Generally, there are several risk factors for heart disease, including a family history of premature heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes. Women are unique in that they have risk factors specific to their gender.

Recent studies have shown that women who go through puberty

early in life have a higher risk of heart disease and strokes later on.

Similarly, the American Heart Association recognizes that post-menopausal women are at an increased risk for cardiovascular disease. Both of these findings are likely due to effects of hormones on the body.

New guidelines suggest that being female puts a patient at a higher risk for stroke if they have the irregular rhythm atrial fibrillation.

It is also known that women who develop the syndrome, pre-eclampsia, a complication of pregnancy that causes high blood pressure, have a two-fold risk of developing cardiac disease later in life.

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Dr. James “Jim” Long and Administrative Assistant Tracey Wiginton look over a patient’s chart before surgery.

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Plastic surgeon loves his profession

By Kimberly Shelton | For Crossroads Magazine With the skilled hands of a surgeon and the careful touch of an artist, James N. Long, MD, FACS has helped re-shape the lives of patients since 1997.

Now returning to his north Mississippi roots, Dr. Long founded Magnolia Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics on June 1, last year.

After working as an Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Alabama Birmingham for more than 13 years, Dr. Long grew weary of academic practice, deciding instead to seek fulfillment outside of University life.

“I was looking for a chance to live and practice

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in a small town and found the opportunity to do so here in Corinth,” said Long. “I discovered it to be a beautiful little town with an exceptional hospital. It was exactly what I was hoping for and more.”

“As an Ole Miss graduate, the move also brought me closer to several friends from college – many of whom work in Corinth and others are nearby, as close as Iuka.”

Studying from 1993 to 1997, the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) student admits he didn’t always aspire to become a plastic surgeon.

“I knew I wanted to enter a surgical field, but was unsure where I wanted my focus to be. So, I took a job working in one of the Plastic Surgery labs at The Shriner’s Hospital for Burned Children and at the end of the experience I had decided that I enjoyed the work very much. Fortunately, I was invited to stay for my residency training.”

Now specializing in Cosmetic Surgery, Hand Surgery, and Plastic Reconstruction, the Farmington resident says he is delighted to have found his niche.

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“My time here has been great. I’ve been met with nothing but friendly faces at the hospital since my arrival and all my patients have been welcoming and sweet.

It has truly been a substantial change for me.”

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“My time here has been great. I’ve been met with nothing but friendly faces at the hospital since my arrival and all my patients have been welcoming and sweet.

It has truly been a pleasant change for me,” he said.

Surrounded by a network of support, Administrative Assistant Tracey Wiginton is a familiar face to Long, having worked with him in surgery at UAB since 2002.

“When I first started to plan a private practice, I needed someone skilled and hardworking to assist me and immediately knew Tracey was the one” said Long. “I very much enjoy working with her and over the years she has become like a little sister to me.”

Echoing his sentiments, Wiginton also expressed her appreciation for Dr. Long.

“I have known him for over 13 years and he is a lot of fun to work with,” she said. “Not only is he an intelligent and skilled surgeon, but he is also very personable with his patients and has an excellent bedside manner.

“On a typical day, we both arrive at 7 a.m. and depending on how busy we are work anywhere from 5 to 8 p.m.,” she added. “I do much of the office work that needs doing while he sees patients and I also assist in the operating room.”

Earning rave reviews from his patients, the talented physician has also garnered the admiration of fellow specialists.

“I have witnessed him do some amazing things,” said Skin and Laser Specialist and Aesthetician Jessica Langley. “I once saw him rebuild an ear for a man who thought he would never again be able to have anything resembling a normal hearing organ and you couldn’t tell the difference once he was finished. It was absolutely beautiful.

“I also saw a girl’s result after he surgically corrected massive soft tissue damage from a Brown Recluse spider bite and the difference was astounding,” she added. “He is truly a gifted surgeon.”

When he isn’t at the office or in the operating room, Dr. Long enjoys fishing, hunting, hiking and participating in various other outdoor activities.

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how to maintain

healthy kidneys

By Metro Services | For Crossroads Magazine

Few people devote much thought to their kidneys unless their doctor advises them they are having kidney troubles.

But kidneys perform essential functions in the human body, filtering water and waste out of blood and urine while also helping to control blood pressure. When operating correctly, kidneys can go a long way toward ensuring a healthy life. But when kidneys are compromised, the results can be very harmful to human health.

Though family history is one risk factor for kidney disease, it’s not just genetics that put people at risk.

People with diabetes, high blood pressure and/or cardiovascular disease are also at risk of developing kidney disease, which develops gradually and does not often produce physical symptoms until it has reached an advanced stage. The NIDDK recommends people schedule routine tests to check their glomerular filtration rate, or GFR, which checks to see how well kidneys are filtering.

In addition to routine screenings, people can take the following steps to maintain healthy kidneys so they can live long, healthy and active lives.

• Maintain a healthy blood pressure.

A healthy blood pressure can delay or prevent the onset of kidney disease. The American Heart Association advises that a normal healthy blood pressure is a systolic number (the top number) less than 120 and a diastolic number (the bottom number) less

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than 80. The systolic number measures the pressure in the arteries when the heart beats, while the diastolic number measures the pressure in the arteries between heartbeats. Have your blood pressure measured by your physician on each visit (and no less than once per year), and speak with him or her about ways to lower your blood pressure if it is high or if your blood pressure falls in the prehypertension range (120-139 over 80-89), which means you are at risk of developing high blood pressure.

• Reduce sodium consumption.

One simple way to protect your kidneys is to consume less than 2,300 milligrams of sodium each day. Though sodium serves some essential functions in the body, helping it to regulate blood pressure among other things, people with kidney disease cannot eliminate excess sodium and fluid from their bodies. The resulting buildup in the tissues and bloodstream can contribute to high blood pressure.

• Limit alcohol intake.

The NIDDK advises that limiting alcohol intake can help to keep kidneys healthy and operating at full strength. Alcohol impacts the body in various ways, and kidneys are not immune to the effects of alcohol. Alcohol can cause changes in the kidneys that compromise their ability to filter blood. Alcohol also can affect the ability of kidneys to maintain the right amount of water in the body. That’s because alcohol consumed in excess dehydrates the body, making it harder for cells and organs, including the kidneys, to function normally. Speak with your physician about your alcohol consumption and what is considered healthy for someone in your situation.

• Consume a kidney-friendly diet.

The right diet also can help people maintain healthy kidneys. A diet that includes kidney-friendly foods can prevent the buildup of waste in the kidneys while also helping people maintain healthy blood pressures. The National Kidney Foundation notes that foods such as apples, blueberries, fish high in omega-3 fatty acids, and kale are just a few kidney-friendly foods.

Healthy kidneys can contribute to long, healthy lives.

Learn more about the kidneys at www.kidney.org.

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how to help children with

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By MRHC Pediatric Clinic Pediatricians

Lightning crashes, thunder quakes, news alerts flash on TV. Tumultuous weather can cause much anxiety for both young and old.

An especially important task for parents and grandparents is to help children with their weather worries. With a little forethought and preparation, much of the worry and fear associated with bad weather can be reduced.

Here are a few suggestions.

Learn about weather.

Helping children to understand what is happening during a thunderstorm can take away some of the fright. A parent might explain to their child that rain is important for watering grass and trees, or explain that lightning and thunder result from electricity build up in the clouds. Books like “Franklin and the Thunderstorm” for younger children and “Thunderstorms” by Chana Stiefel for older children are a couple of good resources for learning about weather.

Prepare for a storm.

Depending on the severity of the storm, different actions will need to be taken. If no severe threat is present, try to continue home life as usual. Always have a safe place in the home picked out in case weather worsens. This may be an inner closet or bathroom. Practice going into those areas with children. Singing songs or placing teddy bears and soft toys in the safe place can help children relax. Having a game plan and knowing what do if bad weather strikes will reduce anxiety for both parent and child.

Watch the storm.

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be dangerous, but it’s also important for them to understand that storms are a part of nature.

Provide distraction when needed.

Play a game or watch a movie. Parents can keep track of weather alert on their phone or computer while children are engaged in some other activity. If the lights go out, play with flashlights or make a living room camp out.

Keep calm.

Children react to adult’s facial expressions, tone of speech and actions. They are especially susceptible to learning fear from their parents.

Calm and poised parents reassure their child that they are safe and protected.

Following the above steps will help parents feel prepared and confident when bad weather strikes, which in turn will provide reassurance and comfort to children.

Children thrive in a loving and nurturing environment. If a child expresses fear about bad weather, be near and listen to his or her concerns, let them know that everyone struggles with fear and reassure them that they are safe, protected and loved.

When the storm passes, go outside and play in the puddles. After all, children are waterproof.

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VACCINATIONS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 8 for flu complications, as well as patients with conditions such as asthma, diabetes and heart disease. The flu vaccine is especially important for these high risk individuals, as well as those who provide care for these individuals.

So, for all of us, getting the flu vaccine protects not just yourself, but also your family, coworkers, friends and neighbors in the community. The importance of vaccination cannot be over emphasized!

Many health insurance plans cover the cost of the flu vaccine completely, but for those without coverage, there are options available.

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CPR HOW TO PERFORM

By Mayo Clinic Staff For Crossroads Magazine

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a lifesaving technique useful in many emergencies, including heart attack or near drowning, in which someone’s breathing or heartbeat has stopped. The American Heart Association recommends that everyone — untrained bystanders and medical personnel alike — begin CPR with chest compressions. t’s far better to do something than to do nothing at all if you’re fearful that your knowledge or abilities aren’t 100 percent complete. Remember, the difference between your doing something and doing nothing could be someone’s life.

Here’s advice from the American Heart Association: • Untrained. If you’re not trained in CPR, then provide hands-only CPR. That means uninterrupted chest compressions of about 100 a minute until paramedics arrive (described in more detail below). You don’t need to try rescue breathing.

• Trained and ready to go. If you’re well-trained and confident in your ability, begin with chest compressions instead of first checking the airway and doing rescue breathing.

Start CPR with 30 chest compressions before checking the airway and giving rescue breaths.

• Trained but rusty. If you’ve previously received CPR training but you’re not confident in your abilities, then just do chest compressions at a rate of about 100 a minute. (Details described below.)

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When the heart stops, the lack of oxygenated blood can cause brain damage in only a few minutes. A person may die within eight to 10 minutes.

To learn CPR properly, take an accredited first-aid training course, including CPR and how to use an automated external defibrillator (AED). If you are untrained and have immediate access to a phone, call 911 before beginning CPR. The dispatcher can instruct you in the proper procedures until help arrives.

Before you begin Before starting CPR, check: • Is the person conscious or unconscious?

• If the person appears unconscious, tap or shake his or her shoulder and ask loudly, “Are you OK?” • If the person doesn’t respond and two people are available, one should call 911 or the local emergency number and one should begin CPR. If you are alone and have immediate access to a telephone, call 911 before beginning CPR — unless you think the person has become unresponsive because of suffocation (such as from drowning). In this special case, begin CPR for one minute and then call 911 or the local emergency number.

• If an AED is immediately available, deliver one shock if instructed by the device, then begin CPR.

Remember to spell C-A-B The American Heart Association uses the acronym of CAB — compressions, airway, breathing — to

help people remember the order to perform the steps of CPR. Compressions: Restore blood circulation 1. Put the person on his or her back on a firm surface.

2. Kneel next to the person’s neck and shoulders.

3. Place the heel of one hand over the center of the person’s chest, between the nipples. Place your other hand on top of the first hand. Keep your elbows straight and position your shoulders directly above your hands.

4. Use your upper body weight (not just your arms) as you push straight down on (compress) the chest at least 2 inches (approximately 5 centimeters). Push hard at a rate of about 100 compressions a minute.

5. If you haven’t been trained in CPR, continue chest compressions until there are signs of movement or until emergency medical personnel take over. If you have been trained in CPR, go on to checking the airway and rescue breathing.

Airway: Clear the airway 1. If you’re trained in CPR and you’ve performed 30 chest compressions, open the person’s airway using the head-tilt, chin-lift maneuver.

Put your palm on the person’s forehead and gently tilt the head back.

Then with the other hand, gently lift the chin forward to open the airway.

2. Check for normal breathing, taking no more than five or 10 seconds.

Look for chest motion, listen for normal breath sounds, and feel for the person’s breath on your cheek and ear. Gasping is not considered to be normal breathing. If the person isn’t breathing normally and you are trained in CPR, begin mouthto-mouth breathing. If you believe the person is unconscious from a heart attack and you haven’t been trained in emergency procedures, skip mouth-to-mouth breathing and continue chest compressions.

Breathing: Breathe for the person Rescue breathing can be mouthto-mouth breathing or mouth-tonose breathing if the mouth is seriously injured or can’t be opened.

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head-tilt, chin-lift maneuver), pinch the nostrils shut for mouth-to-mouth breathing and cover the person’s mouth with yours, making a seal.

2. Prepare to give two rescue breaths. Give the first rescue breath — lasting one second — and watch to see if the chest rises. If it does rise, give the second breath. If the chest doesn’t rise, repeat the headtilt, chin-lift maneuver and then give the second breath. Thirty chest compressions followed by two rescue breaths is considered one cycle.

3. Resume chest compressions to restore circulation.

4. If the person has not begun moving after five cycles (about two minutes) and an automated external defibrillator (AED) is available, apply it and follow the prompts. Administer one shock, then resume CPR — starting with chest compressions — for two more minutes before administering a second shock. If you’re not trained to use an AED, a 911 or other emergency medical operator may be able to guide you in its use.

If an AED isn’t available, go to step 5 below.

5. Continue CPR until there are signs of movement or emergency medical personnel take over.

To perform CPR on a child The procedure for giving CPR to a child age 1 through 8 is essentially the same as that for an adult. The differences are as follows: • If you’re alone, perform five cycles of compressions and breaths on the child — this should take about two minutes — before calling 911 or your local emergency number or using an AED. • Use only one hand to perform chest compressions.

• Breathe more gently.

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available, use adult pads. Do not use an AED for children younger than age 1. Administer one shock, then resume CPR — starting with chest compressions — for two more minutes before administering a second shock. If you’re not trained to use an AED, a 911 or other emergency medical operator may be able to guide you in its use.

Continue until the child moves or help arrives.

To perform CPR on a baby Most cardiac arrests in babies occur from lack of oxygen, such as from drowning or choking. If you know the baby has an airway obstruction, perform first aid for choking. If you don’t know why the baby isn’t breathing, perform CPR. To begin, examine the situation.

Stroke the baby and watch for a response, such as movement, but don’t shake the baby.

If there’s no response, follow the CAB procedures below and time the call for help as follows: • If you’re the only rescuer and CPR is needed, do CPR for two minutes — about five cycles — before calling 911 or your local emergency number.

• If another person is available, have that person call for help immediately while you attend to the baby.

Compressions: Restore blood circulation 1. Place the baby on his or her back on a firm, flat surface, such as a table. The floor or ground also will do.

2. Imagine a horizontal line drawn between the baby’s nipples. Place two fingers of one hand just below this line, in the center of the chest.

3. Gently compress the chest about 1.5 inches (about 4 centimeters).

4. Count aloud as you pump in a fairly rapid rhythm. You should pump at a rate of 100 compressions a minute.

Airway: Clear the airway 1. After 30 compressions, gently tip the head back by lifting the chin with one hand and pushing down on the forehead with the other hand.

2. In no more than 10 seconds, put your ear near the baby’s mouth and check for breathing: Look for chest motion, listen for breath sounds, and feel for breath on your cheek and ear.

Breathing: Breathe for the baby 1. Cover the baby’s mouth and nose with your mouth.

2. Prepare to give two rescue breaths. Use the strength of your cheeks to deliver gentle puffs of air (instead of deep breaths from your lungs) to slowly breathe into the baby’s mouth one time, taking one second for the breath. Watch to see if the baby’s chest rises. If it does, give a second rescue breath. If the chest does not rise, repeat the headtilt, chin-lift maneuver and then give the second breath.

3. If the baby’s chest still doesn’t rise, examine the mouth to make sure no foreign material is inside.

If an object is seen, sweep it out with your finger. If the airway seems blocked, perform first aid for a choking baby.

4. Give two breaths after every 30 chest compressions.

5. Perform CPR for about two minutes before calling for help unless someone else can make the call while you attend to the baby.

6. Continue CPR until you see signs of life or until medical personnel arrive.

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Help kids feel comfortable at the dentist Routine dental examinations and cleanings are an important component of oral healthcare for both children and adults. However, many children do not visit the dentist until well after the time recommended by medical and dental professionals. Parents may be unaware of the dental health timeline, or they could be reluctant to bring their children for fear of how their kids will behave — especially if parents are harboring their own apprehensions about the dentist.

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends that a

child go to the dentist by age 1, or within six months of the eruption of his or her first tooth.

Parents worried about how their kids will respond to the dentist can take the following steps to acclimate kids to dental visits to make them more comfortable during their appointments.

• Be a positive role model. Children frequently learn by example.

If they see their parents being diligent about dental care, they’re more likely to embrace proper oral hygiene. Bring children to your own dental appointments so they understand the process.

• Stick to the first-tooth milestone. Take your child to the dentist on or about when his or her first tooth erupts. Early dental visits will get kids used to going to the dentist and prevent minor problems that may lead to more complex dental issues.

• Read books about the dentist

and role play. Information can allay kids’ fears about the dentist.

Read books together about dental visits. Give kids toy dental health tools and have them practice exams on you and vice-versa.

• Be supportive and instill trust. Avoid telling your child that everything will be OK. If a procedure is needed, this could affect his or her trust in you and make the dental office an even greater source of anxiety. Be supportive and offer a hand to squeeze or a hug.

• Consider using your dentist.

Some parents like to take their children to a pediatric dentist, but it may not always be necessary. Many family practices cater to patients of all ages, and the familiarity of the office may help make children feel more comfortable.

By employing these techniques, kids’ dental visits can be more pleasant for all involved, paving the way for a lifetime of healthy teeth.

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By Metro Services For Crossroads Magazine The daily grind sometimes is exhausting.

In fact, a poll from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the Harvard School of Public Health found that 49 percent of Americans reported having a major stressful event or experience in the past year, and 26 percent of people said they had a “great deal” of stress.

In small amounts, stress can push a person to act and grow. But

constant stress can become debilitating and has been linked to a compromised immune system and other unhealthy side effects.

In addition to taking on fewer responsibilities, engaging in some activities to promote a relaxed mind and body can help alleviate stress and tension. Though the term “pampering” may not appeal to everyone, a day of pampering might be just what you need to relieve stress and unwind.

• Get a full-body massage.

Licensed massage therapists have the training to work the kinks out of your muscles and ease aches and pains. Massage therapy works tension out of the body and can help release feel-good endorphins.

A massage can improve circulation and help reduce blood pressure.

• Schedule a manicure and pedicure appointment.

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• Take a retreat.

Schedule a trip away from the hustle and bustle of where you live. Such a respite can provide a welcome change. Consider low-tech accommodations and turn your phone or tablet off for a few days.

• Try relaxing aromatherapy.

Aromatherapy is the use of aromatic plant extracts and essential oils to elicit mental and physical responses. Lavender is a relaxing scent that can be used during a massage or in baths to induce a sense of calm. Experiment with other scents and oils to achieve the desired result.

• Laugh with friends.

Plan a friends’ night where you can go out for drinks and conversation or stay in and watch your favorite comedy. Laughter is often a great medicine for stress, as is the company of other people.

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The facts about cataracts

By Jennifer H. Garrett, MD For Crossroads Magazine What exactly is a cataract?

The American Academy of Ophthalmology states that a cataract is a clouding of the lens in the eye. The lens lies behind the pupil and helps to focus images much like the lens of a camera does to take pictures. When this clouding occurs, the lens, which is normally clear, can be resemble a window that is frosted or has become browned or yellowed. The cloudiness of each lens can vary even between the left and right eyes of a patient.

Unless the cataract is in the center of the lens, a patient may not be aware the cataract is present.

One misconception patients have about cataracts is that it is caused by

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overusing one’s eyes. Others tend to think it is a film over their eye or it can spread from eye to eye. In truth, developing cataracts is just another part of the aging process. Almost all patients who reach a mature age will most likely develop a cataract in one or both eyes.

Diabetes, particularly when uncontrolled, can cause cataracts to develop sooner. Medications, such as steroids as well as radiation treatment for cancer, have been linked to developing cataracts. Overexposure to sunlight is just as bad for one’s eyes as it is for one’s skin and can therefore accelerate cataract development.

Blurred and dim vision are common symptoms of cataracts.

Distortion or “ghost-like images” are also symptoms of cataracts.

What are some of the symptoms of a cataract?

Some of the common symptoms include poor night vision and a great deal of light sensitivity and glare. Other patients experience a gradual blurring of vision or double vision in one eye.

Some will need brighter light to read or experience a fading or yellowing of colors. It is a good idea to contact an eye care professional to schedule a dilated eye exam if you are experiencing one or all of these symptoms. A dilated eye exam will help rule out any other potential eye problems you may be experiencing with your cataract.

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When should cataract surgery be performed?

The necessary time for surgery is largely in the hands of the patient. Most insurers including private insurance, Medicaid, and Medicare deem that the “right time” for surgery is when ordinary daily tasks or hobbies such as driving safely, reading, sewing, watching television, or performing job skills have become too difficult or impossible to perform due to the severity of the cataract.

Some other reasons for surgery include an excessive amount of glare or extreme light sensitivity. Another consideration for surgery is when vision cannot be improved to better than 20/40 in the eye with the cataract.

What all does cataract surgery involve?

After the patient and his/her cataract surgeon have determined that surgery

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is necessary, a date will be scheduled to complete the procedure. Cataract surgery is typically done on an outpatient basis. Anesthesia is administered to place the patient in a “twilight” sleep.

Then after preparing the eye for surgery by cleansing and sterilizing the eye and surrounding areas, a microscope is used to make two small incisions in the eye.

This is then followed by a tiny surgical instrument that breaks apart the cataract and removes the cloudy lens from the eye. At this point, an acrylic or silicone intraocular lens is inserted into the eye to replace the natural lens that was removed. Most surgeons then place a shield over the eye to be slept in the night of the surgery. After recovering from anesthesia, the patient returns home and follows up with the surgeon the next day. At this point, the shield is removed.

An ultrasound instrument is used during traditional cataract surgery to break up and suction out the cloudy lens.

How safe is cataract surgery?

In the United States alone over 1.8 million surgeries are performed each year. Over 95 percent of these cases are performed without any complications.

Some of these complications might include infection, bleeding, swelling, and detachment of the retina. The most important thing to remember is that no two eyes are the same. Results almost always vary, even if these eyes belong to the same patient.

Have there been any significant improvements in lens designs?

Yes. In recent years, intraocular lens manufacturers have successfully developed a lens implant that corrects astigmatism. Astigmatism is a word used to describe the irregular surface of the cornea. The cornea is the clear “windshield” of the eye.

When astigmatism is present, the cornea is shaped more like a football rather than a basketball. As a result, the light and images that enter the eye do not come to a perfect point and thus a shadow or blur occurs. This type of replacement lens is referred to as a “toric” intraocular lens implant. Instead of correcting the astigmatism with eye glasses, the lens implant can correct the astigmatism from behind the pupil within the eye itself. These patients will achieve excellent distance vision without the use of glasses to correct the astigmatism. As www.mycrossroadsmagazine.com

a result, they may only require reading glasses to focus at objects that are near to the eye.

In addition to the toric lens implant, another important development has been made. In the last decade, intraocular lenses that correct presbyopia have been created. Presbyopia, a Greek word, is roughly translated as “old eyes.”

This condition, which typically affects patients around the age of 40, causes the patient to gradually lose the flexibility in the eye’s natural lens and the surrounding muscles. This hinders the ability to see things up close.

For instance, reading the newspaper or working on a computer becomes difficult to do without the aid of bi-focals or reading glasses. These relatively new lens implants are referred to as a multifocal intraocular lens implants. These implants will help the patient achieve exceptional vision not only at the distance but also up close and at intermediate ranges. For most patients, they will be free from eyeglasses for most of their daily activities. Patients must be

screened, however, to determine if they are good candidates for these implants.

Patients with a significant amount of astigmatism may not get the best results from this lens implant. Your doctor can discuss whether or not you might benefit from this new technology.

Patients today are fortunate to have several options for the types of lens implants they can choose for their eyes when their cataract surgery is performed. Although insurance companies typically pay for a standard lens replacement, insurance does not pay for the additional costs of these astigmatism and presbyopia IOLs. In most cases, these additional costs must be paid to the outpatient surgery center utilized and to the physician performing the surgery.

(Dr. Jennifer Garrett, a Corinth native, is a board-certified Ophthalmologist who has been in practice for over 10 years here in the crossroads area. She performs all of the types of cataract surgery listed above as well as Bladeless-LASIK, LASIK, and PRK corrective surgery.)

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By Metro Services For Crossroads Magazine

Stress has an immediate and potentially long-term effect on the human body. Though it’s a natural response to both good and bad experiences, stress, when chronic, can produce a host of negative consequences that greatly diminish one’s quality of life.

Combatting stress can sometimes be difficult, as the causes of stress are never too far away for many adults. In its 2015 “Stress in AmericaTM: Paying With Our Health� survey, the American Psychological Association found that money is the top cause of stress for Americans. The survey was conducted on behalf of the APA by Harris Poll, which asked more than 3,000 participants about their issues with stress. Sixty-four percent said money was a somewhat or very significant source of stress, and that number was even higher for parents (77 percent).

Survey respondents also noted that work is a significant source of stress.

Few adults can imagine a life that does not include stress. But there are ways to combat stress that can benefit people’s long-term health and improve their present-day quality of life. • Develop a support network.

Speaking about problems with trusted friends and family members can be an effective way to combat stress. The APA study found that participants who reported having an emotional support network reported lower stress levels than those who had no such networks to rely on. Try to overcome any reticence you might have about speaking about your stress on those days when stress seems overwhelming. • Get more exercise.

Routine exercise is another healthy way to combat stress. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, studies have shown that exercise can reduce fatigue, improve alertness and concentration and en-

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hance overall cognitive function. Those are considerable benefits to people dealing with elevated levels of stress, which can contribute to both physical and mental fatigue and negatively impact one’s ability to concentrate. Studies also have shown that regular exercise can decrease tension, which tends to increase as stress levels rise, and elevate and help to stabilize mood, which often decreases as stress levels increase.

• Don’t lean on alcohol after stressful days.

Many people respond to stressful days by consuming alcohol. While alcohol helps some people forget a stressful day, it also produces psychological and physiological side effects that can com-

pound the effects of the very stress drinkers are looking to relieve. People who drink to alleviate stress may only be doing more harm with each drink, so find a way to cope with stress that has a more positive impact on both your body and mind.

• Breathe deeply.

The American Institute of Stress notes that focused breathing is a relaxation response that stimulates the nervous system and promotes a sense of calmness. Deep breathing can combat stress, lower blood pressure and draw your attention away from those things that are causing your stress. Visit www.stress.org to learn about deep breathing exercises.

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caffiene has surprising benefits

By Metro Services For Crossroads Magazine

Caffeine, the most widely consumed stimulant on the planet, has garnered a bad reputation. Some people fear caffeine and its potentially jittery and addictive side effects.

However, many medical professionals attest that, when consumed in moderation, caffeine can have a number of health benefits. Before you skip that morning cup of Joe or choose an herbal blend instead

of black tea, consider the following health benefits of caffeine. • Caffeine boosts brain and central nervous system function.

Caffeine mimics the shape of another compound in the body called adenosine, which helps the body calm down and become sleepy.

Caffeine can fit in adenosine receptors and cause a jolt of energy rather than sleepiness. Harvard researchers

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have found that blocking adenosine may slow the buildup of a toxic brain plaque that is associated with Alzheimer’s disease.

• Caffeine can help improve mood.

The stimulant effect of caffeine may help boost people’s moods, and thus reduce the propensity for suicidal thoughts. In 2013, Harvard’s School of Public Health found that respondents who drank two to three cups of caffeinated coffee a day cut their suicide risk by 45 percent.

• Caffeine may lower risk of stroke.

Studies conducted in both the United States and Sweden found that older women who drink more than a cup of caffeinated coffee each day have between a 20 and 25 percent lower risk of stroke. Similar findings were discovered in older men.

• Caffeine boosts memory.

Studies from Johns Hopkins University showed that a 200mg caffeine pill

helped boost memory.

• Caffeine offers pain relief.

Caffeine is often paired with other pain relievers to bring about faster relief. The Journal of the American Medical Association concluded that when caffeine was combined with other pain relievers, patients required 40 percent less of the other drug to bring the same amount of relief experienced when using just the non-

caffeine drug alone. Caffeine on its own can also relieve pain. Consuming caffeine before or after a workout can help reduce muscle soreness.

• Caffeine could open up air passages.

A study published by the U.S. National Library of Medicine determined that caffeine seems to open airways and help asthmatics breathe easier.

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