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Don't Neglect Mammograms out of Fear

I waited longer than I should have to start getting regular mammograms. I know they are important, but I have fear of new procedures, and I let this fear hold me back from starting this important health screening. I didn't get my first one until I was 55, and it was only after I had a small lump on my underarm that had me fearing the worst. I finally had my first mammogram. It was quick and easy, and my doctor made me feel very comfortable. I was told my small lump was just a small bit of scar tissue, thankfully, but it was a blessing in disguise that it gave me a scare. I now have regular mammograms now that the "fear of the unknown" is gone. I created this blog to encourage other women to not be afraid of mammograms! They are faster and easier than you think!

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You Might Need Anxiety Treatment for These Reasons
Anxiety has a number of different causes, and each of them can lead to a need for treatment. Some people are at higher risk for anxiety, and different life events can exacerbate anxiety. People who have a variety of risk factors should speak with a professional about getting treatment. Are you interested in anxiety treatment? If you have experienced any of these issues in your life, it may be indicative that you need anxiety treatment.

Hemorrhoid Non-Surgical Treatments Your Doctor Might Recommend
Hemorrhoids can make your life miserable. You may suffer from pain, itching, and bleeding. Plus, you probably feel uncomfortable talking about your condition, so you might suffer in silence. You may even live with fear you might need to have surgery to have the hemorrhoids removed. Fortunately, there are non-surgical treatments that can help and lifestyle changes that can prevent the return of your condition. Here's a look at hemorrhoid non-surgical treatments.

What Should Women Know About Early Surgical Abortions?
An unplanned pregnancy can throw your life into disarray. There are few things more startling than realizing you're pregnant when you did not intend to be. Some women who find themselves in this situation will decide that they're not ready to be mothers. If you have no wish to carry a pregnancy to term and have a baby, early surgical abortion is an option available to you. Early surgical abortions are safe procedures used to remove unwanted pregnancies.

Oral Surgery Tips: How To Prepare
Not all oral surgeries are complex, but it is possible for your oral surgery to provide you with some anxiety, particularly if you have never had oral surgery before. If you are prepared for the surgery, the good news is that the process can be simple and comfortable. Keep reading to learn four tips that will prepare you for your upcoming surgery. Get Informed There are many issues within the mouth and jaw that oral surgery can address, but the most common issue that is addressed is the extraction of an infected tooth that a root canal is unable to fix.

What To Expect If You Have Spinal Decompression Surgery
Spinal compression can be incredibly debilitating. Not only does the compression of your vertebrae cause back pain, but it can also lead to stiffness, numbness, leg pain, and weakness throughout the body. While conservative therapies may ease your symptoms for a while, eventually, most people need to have spinal decompression surgery for lasting relief. Here's what you can expect if your doctor has been recommending this treatment. How do you prepare for spinal decompression surgery?

4 Reasons Your Weight Might Not Be All Your Fault
Many people who struggle with their weight are often viewed as gluttonous and lazy. Unfortunately, these stereotypes do not take into account that many people who are overweight or obese struggle with other issues that make losing weight and keeping it off harder. There are several reasons your weight struggles may not be simply a matter of diet and exercise. Metabolic Issues Although most people who claim to have a slow metabolism do not actually have problems with their metabolism, this is not true for all people.

3 Signs That You Need To See A Dermatologist
Your skin is the largest organ on your body. It also serves some of the most crucial functions, including ensuring that you stay warm, protecting the inner layers of the body from the entry of germs and diseases, and excretion. These purposes are often the cause of serious skin health complications. Not many people understand the importance of good skin health, which means that many people only go to the doctor when the condition of their skin deteriorates completely.

Joint Surgery: Why Consider It for Your Joint Care?
Your joints are responsible for allowing you to have ample movement in your body. You have joints in your hands, feet, and legs; you even have joints connecting parts of your body to others. Your joints work to allow you to perform minute tasks like buttoning your clothing or more major tasks like running in place. When your joints are not working as they should, you can consider joint surgery. The surgery works to repair joints by alleviating the pressure that is causing joint soreness, removing affected tissue, repairing surrounding nerves, and supplying joint support like temporary pins or plates to help joints recover.

FAQs Before A First Chiropractor Visit
Maybe you were recently in an accident, or perhaps back pain from a hard week at work is catching up with you. In any case, seeing a chiropractor can help immensely, but if this will be your first visit, you probably have a couple of questions and concerns. With any luck, you will find the answers below. Will the adjustment hurt? When your back hurts, it's completely normal to assume having it adjusted might be painful.

Why You Shouldn't Miss That Checkup
If you're like most people, then you've been told your whole life that seeing the doctor regularly is important. And, while most people know and believe this, a lot of people don't make regular heathcare visits a priority. If you've been slacking on seeing your doctor regularly or if you're tempted to put off your next checkup, don't! Regular doctor visits, while they may be a hassle, are very important. They're necessary for maintaining good health and help you in a number of other ways as well.