Monthly Archives: June 2021

Hypothyroidism. What is it? Why is it important?

Posted on June 29, 2021 by drlesliegreenberg

Hypothyroidism is when the thyroid gland produces inadequate thyroid hormone production.  Why is this important?  I consider the thyroid the gas pedal of the body.  The body needs get-up-and-go to function well. How prevalent is hypothyroidism?  It affects one in … Continue reading →

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Do you have painful intercourse?

Posted on June 22, 2021 by drlesliegreenberg

Dyspareunia is the medical word for persistent or recurrent pain with sexual intercourse.  This affects 10 to 20% of American women.  Dyspareunia can be deep or superficial.  Sexual pain can cause relationship distress, decreased quality of life, anxiety and depression.  … Continue reading →

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Irritable Bowel Syndrome: What should you know?

Posted on June 16, 2021 by drlesliegreenberg

Irritable Bowel Syndrome: What should you know? What is it?  Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a varied group of gastrointestinal conditions that is not fully understood. What causes IBS?  Psychological factors do not cause IBS.  But IBS can make anxiety … Continue reading →

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Posted on June 8, 2021 by drlesliegreenberg

Can you afford your medications? One of the reasons that patients do not fill their prescriptions are due to increasing medication costs.  I have begun asking my patients “Is the cost of any of your medications a burden for you?”  … Continue reading →

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