How Do I Talk to My Kids About My MDS? You may be tempted to protect your kids and keep your diagnosis a secret from them. But they’re more likely to be anxious if they don’t know what’s going on. To help them deal with the situation too: ...
You’ll get a diagnosis of MDS if too many of your blood cells have defects and there are less than 20% of blasts in your bone marrow and blood. If you have more than that, you’re diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia (AML), which is a form of blood cancer. ...
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How can I manage MDS?It is important to lower your risk for bleeding or bruising, and to prevent infections:Wash your hands often. Wash your hands after you use the bathroom, change a child's diapers, or sneeze. Wash your hands before you prepare or eat food. Use soap and water. Rub...
Initially upon diagnosis, it was recommended I have bilateral arthroscopy . I dodged that bullet, only to be presented with it again in 2015 and now in 2017. Shoulder arthroscopy is not as advanced as hip or knee arthroscopy. It offers limited ROM and a terribly long recovery. I am looking...
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What is an MD? An MD degree is a traditional medical degree that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of illnesses and injuries. The curriculum for MD programs is based on scientific principles and focuses on a range of medical specialties, such as cardiology, oncology, or pediatrics. Once ...
That’s because MDs are resigned to deteriorating blood sugar control as people age because it’s so prevalent. But it’s not optimal, nor is it inevitable. It should be addressed, because rising blood sugar is a leading predictor of strokes and heart attacks, as well as a myriad of ...
MDs focus on looking at your symptoms and making a diagnosis based on those symptoms. They tend to take a more targeted approach to treatment. DOs, on the other hand, see the body as an integrated whole and treat health issues accordingly. This is called a holistic approach, and it ...
Neuropsychiatry is a medical field that blends elements of neurology and psychiatry to address disorders at the intersection of brain function and behavior. It involves diagnosing and treating conditions like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and dementia. On the other hand, neuropsychology is a branch ...