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Doc Talk: How to prevent urinary tract infections

April 18, 2013 by

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If you’ve ever had a urinary tract infection (which is not-so-lovingly nicknamed UTI) then you KNOW how painful it is. It’s a serious, drive-you-insane level of pain. I’d even go so far as to say that a severe urinary tract infection ranks second only to the worst contractions of childbirth in terms of the “agony” factor.

So those of us who have suffered through a urinary tract infection once or twice are VERY interested in preventing future infections. And the good news is that, while it might not be possible to prevent every UTI, you can do a lot to keep yourself in the clear and out of the doctor’s office, begging for relief.

We asked nurse practitioner Megan Morgan, APN, to give us a run-down of the best ways to ward off the dreaded UTI.

Click the play arrow below to hear Megan talk about the steps you can take to prevent future UTI’s.

To schedule a visit with Megan Morgan, APN, call the Mercy Family Medicine and Obstetrics Clinic at 479-338-5555. It’s located in the Physician Plaza in Rogers, just off Interstate 540. Or click HERE to get more info on the Mercy website.

NWAMotherlode.com does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. This content is for informational purposes only and isn’t a substitute for professional medical advice. Always talk to your doctor if you have questions about a medical condition. Don’t delay getting professional medical advice because of something you read online. This website doesn’t necessarily recommend or endorse any specific tests, doctors, products, procedures or opinions discussed on the site.

 

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Doc Talk: About those BMI tests done at your kids’ school

March 13, 2013 by

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Have you ever received a Body Mass Index Test Report from your kid’s school? These BMI reports are supposed to let parents know if their kids are a healthy weight, overweight, underweight or even obese.

But how are these tests done, and what factors are taken into account? And is a BMI test a good indicator of your child’s overall health?

We asked nurse practitioner Amy Famini, APN, of Mercy Pediatrics to weigh in on this subject, which can be pretty touchy for some parents.

Click the play arrow below to hear Amy talk about what a BMI score really means for your child.

To schedule a visit with Amy Famini, APN, or any of the doctors at Mercy Pediatrics (located on Highway 102 in Bentonville), call 479-636-9234 or click HERE to visit them online.

 

NWAMotherlode.com does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. This content is for informational purposes only and isn’t a substitute for professional medical advice. Always talk to your doctor if you have questions about a medical condition. Don’t delay getting professional medical advice because of something you read online. This website doesn’t necessarily recommend or endorse any specific tests, doctors, products, procedures or opinions discussed on the site.

 

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Doc Talk: What you need to know about heartburn

February 27, 2013 by

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We’re nearly at the end of Heart Month, so we’re wrapping things up with a topic that may sound like it’s heart-related but it’s actually more of a common stomach problem — heartburn. So many people struggle with heartburn, and most moms know how it can really become a nuisance during pregnancy. But when does heartburn cross the line from annoying into an issue that deserves a closer look and possibly a prescription medication? And can it be stress-related?

We asked Dr. Chad Wingington, a gastroenterologist with Mercy Health, to give us a little straight talk on heartburn. In the video below, you’ll learn what other conditions heartburn can sometimes lead to — including more serious things like scar tissue and trouble swallowing.

Click the play arrow below to see Dr. Chad Wigington, a gastroenterologist with Mercy Health, talk about what you should know about heartburn.

To schedule an appointment with Dr, Wigington or any of the doctors at Mercy’s Gastroenterology Clinic , call 479-338-3030 or click HERE to visit them online.

 

NWAMotherlode.com does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. This content is for informational purposes only and isn’t a substitute for professional medical advice. Always talk to your doctor if you have questions about a medical condition. Don’t delay getting professional medical advice because of something you read online. This website doesn’t necessarily recommend or endorse any specific tests, doctors, products, procedures or opinions discussed on the site.

Filed Under: Doc Talk: Frequently Asked Questions, Front Page Posts, Healthy Mama

Doc Talk: What happens inside your body during a heart attack?

February 13, 2013 by

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Sometimes It’s heart month, so we’re focused on heart health in today’s Doc Talk. We’ve all heard about heart attacks and know at least one person who has had one. But do you know exactly what happens inside the body during a heart attack?

We asked Dr. Larry Weathers to walk us through the process that happens during a heart attack so we can better understand how to prevent it from happening. Once you understand what causes heart attacks, you’ll be VERY interested in getting a Calcium Score Test — click HERE to see more info on what that test is like.

Click the play arrow below to see Dr. Larry Weathers, cardiologist with Mercy Health, talk about what specifically happens in the body that triggers a heart attack.

To schedule an appointment with Dr, Weathers or any of the doctors at Mercy Heart and Vascular Center, call the clinic at 479-338-4446 or click HERE to visit them online.

 

NWAMotherlode.com does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. This content is for informational purposes only and isn’t a substitute for professional medical advice. Always talk to your doctor if you have questions about a medical condition. Don’t delay getting professional medical advice because of something you read online. This website doesn’t necessarily recommend or endorse any specific tests, doctors, products, procedures or opinions discussed on the site.

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Doc Talk: What is a calcium score and why do I need one?

January 30, 2013 by

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Sometimes we mamas worry about the wrong things. We worry about crazy accidents or abductions or natural disasters. But we forget that, statistically speaking, it’s the subtle, quiet things that threaten us most — like heart disease.

We need to know what’s going on with our heart and the hearts of those we love. And thanks to advancements in cardiology, there are some simple, very effective tests that can help us stay on top of our heart health.

A calcium score test is a special kind of x-ray of the heart that will tell you how much plaque may have built up inside the walls of your arteries. This test helps doctors take steps that can prevent a heart attack from happening.

Click the play arrow below to see Dr. Larry Weathers, cardiologist with Mercy Health, talk about what it’s like to get a calcium score test. (Good news — this test includes NO needles or pain so there’s no reason to put this off!)

To schedule an appointment with Dr, Weathers or any of the doctors at Mercy Heart and Vascular Center, call the clinic at 479-338-4446 or click HERE to visit them online.

 

NWAMotherlode.com does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. This content is for informational purposes only and isn’t a substitute for professional medical advice. Always talk to your doctor if you have questions about a medical condition. Don’t delay getting professional medical advice because of something you read online. This website doesn’t necessarily recommend or endorse any specific tests, doctors, products, procedures or opinions discussed on the site.

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