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  • Woman holding throat in pain. When you have Hashimoto’s disease, your immune system attacks the thyroid gland. When this happens, your thyroid can’t make hormones normally.

    Thyroiditis

    Learn about the types, symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment of thyroiditis, a name for several disorders that cause inflammation of… permanent but can be treated. Acute thyroiditis (suppurative thyroiditis) The cause is bacteria or infection. Symptoms include pain in the thyroid, mild illness, and those of…

  • The Doctor Will See You In Person Now

    Dr. Cate Buley

    Telemedicine lets you access medical care without leaving your home. But it isn’t the right choice for every visit with… My clinic still offers telemedicine visits as an option. These are especially helpful for patients who are at higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19…

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    Mind/Body Connection: How Emotions Affect Physical Health

    People who have good emotional health are aware of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. They cope well with stress and… or both. Recognizing how emotions affect physical health is key to improving both mental and physical well-being. Whether you're managing chronic illness or trying to…

  • Little boy sleeping in his bed suffering from hives

    Hives (Urticaria)

    Hives (urticaria) are bumps or patches on the surface of your skin. They can be red, itchy, and swollen and… as shellfish, fish, nuts, eggs, and milk Certain materials, such as wool or latex Other causes include: Stress Hay fever Infection or illness Fatigue Tight…

  • teenager talking to a doctor in the doctor’s office

    Preparing Older Children to Make Medical Decisions for Themselves

    Children should be able to participate in their health care, even from a young age. This will help them make… should talk to the child using language that is easy for the child to understand. The doctor should tell them about any illness and treatment…

  • From a Family Doctor: Adults Need Vaccines, Too

    up protection against certain diseases. Vaccines can help protect you from getting seriously ill and can be important if you have any chronic health conditions that increase your risk for serious complications. Curious about what vaccines you may need? Review the CDC’s Immunization Schedules…

  • Doctor examining a child, checking her throat and tonsils. Common tonsillitis symptoms include redness and feeling like your throat or neck glands are swollen due to inflammation of the tonsils.

    Tonsillitis

    Tonsillitis is an inflammation of the tonsils that happens when they become infected by a virus or bacteria. It is… A sore throat that lasts more than two days (with or without a fever or stomach pain) A fever above 103°F Extreme illness, fatigue, or…

  • Influenza (Flu)

    Our influenza health hub offers important information and resources to help you understand and manage your condition… be hospitalized when they have the flu, according to the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Read Article Flu Risks and Chronic Conditions Chronic health conditions such…

  • An ill young woman with a fever holds an ice bag on her head while resting in bed. A cold and the flu are viral infections that affect the respiratory system.

    Colds and the Flu

    Learn about the symptoms of and treatments for colds and the flu… What is a cold and what is the flu? A cold and the flu are viral infections. They both affect your respiratory system. This includes your throat, nose, airway and lungs. It…

  • Sickle Cell Disease

    Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a genetic red blood cell disorder… What is sickle cell disease? Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a genetic condition you have at birth. It runs in families and is more common in Blacks or African Americans. SCD refers to…

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    Pneumocystis Pneumonia (PCP)

    Pneumocystis pneumonia (PCP) is caused by a fungus. People whose immune systems are weak due to an HIV infection or… What is pneumocystis pneumonia (PCP)? Pneumocystis pneumonia (PCP) is a kind of pneumonia caused by a fungus called Pneumocystis jirovecior, or P. jiroveci. It used to be called Pneumocystis…

  • Health Insurance: Understanding What It Covers

    Health insurance plans differ in terms of what they cover. All plans offered by the federal marketplace, however, must cover… Your health insurance policy is an agreement between you and your insurance company. The policy lists a package of medical benefits such as tests, drugs,…

  • Sad-looking teenage boy standing on a bridge thinking about suicide

    Teen Suicide

    Teen suicide is when a teenager ends their own life. It can be impulsive or planned. However, not all suicide… Editor’s note: If you or a loved one is having suicidal thoughts, call or text the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Teen suicide is when…

  • An older woman gets a flu shot. There are a lot of myths surrounding the flu.

    Flu Myths

    The flu is something to take seriously. But it’s important to sort out fact from fiction to stay healthy… The flu, or influenza, is a viral infection. It occurs in your respiratory (breathing) area and affects your throat, lungs, and nose. There are a…

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    Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)

    Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) is a bleeding disorder. When you have ITP, your immune system destroys the platelets in your… What is idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP)? Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) is a bleeding disorder. “Idiopathic” means the cause of the condition is unknown. “Thrombocytopenic”…

  • Blood Clots

    Blood clots are clumps of blood that form inside your body and can be harmful or even deadly if they… What are blood clots? Blood clots are differently sized clumps of blood that have formed inside your body. Clotting is important to prevent excessive bleeding…

  • COVID-19 Vaccine Frequently Asked Questions

    Find out the answers to the most commonly asked questions for the new COVID-19 vaccine… What is an mRNA vaccine and how does it work? Most vaccines (or immunizations) work by injecting a weakened form of a disease germ into your body. This is usually done…

  • A doctor listens to a patient’s lungs with a stethoscope. Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs usually caused by bacteria or a virus. Walking pneumonia is a mild case of pneumonia.

    Pneumonia

    Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs. How serious it is depends on what caused the pneumonia, your age, and… What is pneumonia? Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs. It causes the air sacs (alveoli) of the lungs to get inflamed (irritated and…