Tag Archives: Dr. Leslie Greenberg

Does exercise make you wheeze?

Posted on September 3, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

Exercise-induced wheezing, also called bronchoconstriction, happens when the airway passage shrinks during or after exercise.  You may feel short of breath, start coughing or wheezing.  There are triggers to avoid and some easy treatments. . . It can be caused … 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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Painful bladder syndrome

Posted on August 29, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

Interstitial cystitis (IC) affects more than 1 million people in the U.S.  The cause is unknown, but there are things we can do to help. We know the urothelium (the cells that line the inside of the bladder) in IC … 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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Are you due for a pertussis vaccine? Read on and find out. . .

Posted on August 21, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

I am a family physician who also performs obstetrics.  And, as such, I keep up with  pregnancy-related updates, too.  There is a new indication for the TdaP (Tetanus with pertussis) vaccine. Pregnant women in their third trimester.  The Centers for Disease … Continue reading →

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Virus? Bacteria? or Stomach acid causing those throat symptoms?

Posted on August 16, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

Some people are diagnosed with laryngitis when the reason for hoarseness is from reflux of stomach acid into the throat.  Laryngopharyngeal reflux, also known as “silent” reflux, may not have symptoms of heartburn.  Laryngopharyngeal reflux should be suspected with the following symptoms … Continue reading →

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Interested in colon cleansing?

Posted on August 14, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

Colon cleansing has been around since ancient times, as people believed that intestinal waste “poisons the body.” Colon cleansing has staged a come back in recent years. It is actively promoted as a natural way to enhance well-being. There are four points … Continue reading →

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Got an itch? Your doctor should be asking some of the following questions. . .

Posted on August 5, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

If you are itching, there is more to the story.  There are other parts to the history and physical to investigate. Any new cosmetics or creams? They can cause allergic contact dermatitis, hives or even sensitivity to the sun. New … Continue reading →

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Interesting political/medical turn of events.

Posted on August 2, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

Birth control pills and breast pumps without copays?  New rules start January 1, 2013.  Read on. . . Insurers must cover birth control with no copays – Yahoo! News.

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