Tag Archives: Dr. Greenberg

Mobility devices. WHICH is best for WHOM?

Posted on January 22, 2022 by drlesliegreenberg

Mobility devices are used by nearly 30% of adults 65 years and older when OUTside the home and 26% use them INside the home. These devices often help decrease the risk and the fear of falling in older adults. Assistive … Continue reading →

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New test for inflammatory bowel disease!

Posted on January 18, 2022 by drlesliegreenberg

New test for inflammatory bowel disease! Fecal calprotectin is a protein expressed by neutrophils (white blood cells).  The presence of fecal calprotectin is a sensitive indicator that the gastrointestinal tract is inflamed.  Conversely, the absence of fecal calprotectin is a … Continue reading →

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Does melatonin help older adults sleep?

Posted on January 11, 2022 by drlesliegreenberg

Does melatonin help older adults sleep? Melatonin does (!) help older adults sleep.  It has been shown that melatonin preparations help people fall asleep faster, increase total sleep time, and slightly improve sleep efficiency.  Prolonged-release melatonin like ramelteon is thought … Continue reading →

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Alcohol Withdrawal syndrome. Can this be managed as an outpatient?

Posted on January 4, 2022 by drlesliegreenberg

Alcohol Withdrawal syndrome.  Can this be managed as an outpatient? Half of patients with alcohol use disorder who abruptly reduce or stop their alcohol intake develop signs or symptoms of alcohol withdrawal syndrome. Why does alcohol withdrawal syndrome occur?  The … Continue reading →

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Home blood pressure monitoring. Do you need it? How to do it?

Posted on December 21, 2021 by drlesliegreenberg

Home blood pressure monitoring. Do you need it?  How to do it? Blood pressure is an important vital sign.  Blood pressures should routinely run less than 135/85.  Some patients only have high blood pressure in physician or dental offices.  This … Continue reading →

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Abnormal cholesterol labs. What to do with elevated triglycerides?

Posted on September 22, 2021 by drlesliegreenberg

You see your physician and get a routine cholesterol panel.  The results show that your triglycerides are high.  What should you do? Fasting lab work should show that your triglycerides should be less than 150. When triglycerides are higher than … Continue reading →

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Acne treatment for teens

Posted on September 9, 2021 by drlesliegreenberg

Being a teenager is difficult enough… even without acne. Acne treatments for teens are available over the counter and from the pharmacy. Here is my overall treatment plan with ingredients that can all be bought over the counter. I want … Continue reading →

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Should you have a carotid artery ultrasound?

Posted on July 13, 2021 by drlesliegreenberg

Should you have a carotid artery ultrasound? Some concierge physicians offer carotid artery ultrasound with their “executive physical.”  This is NOT a suggested test for most patients.  The general adult population should NOT get a carotid ultrasound to rule out … Continue reading →

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Should you get a carotid artery ultrasound?

Posted on July 6, 2021 by drlesliegreenberg

Should you have a carotid artery ultrasound? Some concierge physicians offer carotid artery ultrasound with their “executive physical.”  This is not a suggested test for most patients.  The general adult population should NOT get a carotid ultrasound to rule out … Continue reading →

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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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