by Rachel Newmyer, RN | Apr 3, 2019 | Men's Health, Regain Health, Weight Loss, Women's Health
Dear Navigator, I have heard that intestinal gas post-surgery is a big problem. What if anything can be done for this? Good question, Jan; many post-operative bariatric patients indeed complain of gas. These are some things I have learned over the years for prevention...
by erlangerhealth | Mar 26, 2019 | Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
Just the thought of hemorrhoids is enough for most people to cringe, either in embarrassment or at the thought of pain. But if you’ve ever experienced them, you are not alone — and help is available! Because hemorrhoids involve a “private” area of the body and are...
by erlangerhealth | Mar 19, 2019 | Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
No-Bake Cookie Dough Protein Balls Ingredients ½ cup almond butter ¼ cup honey ½ cup raw almonds, finely chopped 1 serving of your favorite plain, vanilla, or chocolate protein powder 2 tbsp mini semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips Instructions Combine all ingredients...
by erlangerhealth | Mar 5, 2019 | Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
Consider this scenario: You take a medication for a symptom you’re experiencing. But after a few days or weeks, you develop another symptom, which may be caused by the medication you’re taking. So now you need another medication to help you manage the side effect of...
by Berneet Kaur, MD | Feb 13, 2019 | Brain Health & Stroke, Men's Health, Regain Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
If you’re one of the millions of Americans with a loved one who has dementia, it may seem as if his or her symptoms get worse at night. And you may actually be right. Researchers studying dementia have found that those with the condition often experience a sensation...
by Greg May, DO | Feb 4, 2019 | Child & Family Health, Common Childhood Diseases, Erlanger News, Men's Health, Stay Well, Women's Health
A sore throat is one of the most common reasons for seeing a doctor and is caused by a viral or bacterial infection of the cells that line the throat. Once the infection sets in, the body reacts with swelling, redness, and pain. Other symptoms may include general...
