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Do you think you need your (or your kid’s) tonsils out?

Posted on September 20, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

More than 530,000 tonsillectomies are performed annually on US children.  The American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery has provided an evidence-based (meaning there is good research) guide to identify patients who may most benefit from tonsillectomy. You may ask. . … Continue reading →

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Multivitamins: Do young children need them? – MayoClinic.com

Posted on September 18, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

I was asked recently to comment on if multivitamins are needed for children. “The run-of-the-mill child who is thriving does not require a multivitamin,”  says Dr. Jatinder Bhatia, chair of the AAP’s committee on nutrition.   There are a few sets of patients … Continue reading →

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Is caffeine harmful to a pregnancy? How much can you safely have?

Posted on September 15, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

British Medical Journal published a study of 2,635 low-risk pregnant patients, their caffeine consumption amounts, and pregnancy outcomes.  The results were pretty interesting.   The study was performed because past studies had shown that caffeine use of more than 300 mg a … Continue reading →

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Are you interested in the HCG diet?

Posted on September 13, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

Have you heard the “buzz” about the HCG diet?  I have.   My patients asked me to research it.  I think this is a great article and I especially love the FDA’s use of the words “fraudulent” and “illegal.”  Read on. . . HCG Diet … Continue reading →

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Does acupuncture help headaches?

Posted on September 11, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

Yes!  A Cochrane review of 4,419 patients showed that acupuncture is AS effective as traditional migraine headache treatment in the prevention of headaches.  Evidence has shown that acupuncture, when used in addition to, or in place of, routine medical management … Continue reading →

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Nasal saline irrigation. My patients know that I am a FAN of this!

Posted on September 7, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

What is it?  It is a way to bathe and flush out virus, bacteria, allergens and mucus from the nasal cavity.  It is thought to help by direct cleansing, removing inflammatory mediators, and helping the nasal hairs (mucociliary function) work … Continue reading →

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Abuse.

Posted on September 5, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

The Wichita Eagle newspaper ran recent stories regarding horrific domestic abuse.   As a family doctor, my focus is to keep my patients well, both emotionally and physically.  I routinely screen (meaning I ask everyone) at periodic visits like annual exams, prenatal or postpartum … Continue reading →

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An ATM to dispense medicine?

Posted on August 31, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

Wichita hasn’t seen this kind of ATM yet, but I imagine it is on its way.  It dispenses medicine.  InstyMeds is the company and there is controversy over its benefit and safety.  Read on… An ATM for what ails you … Continue reading →

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Want fewer wrinkles and avoid skin cancer?

Posted on August 25, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

Summer is in full swing  (107 degrees here yesterday in Wichita–ugh!).  There are new labeling rules from the FDA to help consumers select effective sunscreen against wrinkles and skin cancer.    If you read the phrase “Broad Spectrum protection” on the label, … Continue reading →

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Hemorrhoids

Posted on August 23, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

A common condition when the veins in the anal canal are dilated is called hemorrhoids.  If mild, patients can treat themselves with nonprescription cream and warm baths. Better yet. . . to prevent hemorrhoids eat high fiber foods, take fiber supplements if … Continue reading →

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