Tag Archives: Dr. Leslie Greenberg

Tai chi, one pathway to a better life.

Posted on July 21, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

I have seen groups of people performing tai chi in the park and wondered what was the draw to (what seemed to me)… arm waving.  I know, I am unenlightened.  A recent internal medicine journal cites a study showing tai chi significantly improves … Continue reading →

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Frogs do not cause warts.

Posted on July 19, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

I see warts commonly, today in fact. They are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). There are more than 100 types of HPV.  HPV infects the skin where there are nicks in the skin and causes cells to proliferate and … Continue reading →

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Recurrent yeast infections?

Posted on July 17, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

I have some women patients who fight frequent vaginal yeast infections.  There is a 6 month regimen of medication that will help eradicate recurrent yeast infections. The definition of recurrent vulvovaginal candidiasis is at least four documented episodes within the … Continue reading →

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Childhood obesity. How to help your kids. . .

Posted on July 15, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

A recent study of obese 2-11 year olds reinforced some take home points that all of us parents with young children may appreciate. . .First the facts and then how we can change the culture in our own homes. Limit sugar-sweetened beverages … Continue reading →

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Are you doing what you are passionate about?

Posted on July 12, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

Today I had the pleasure of teaching.  I routinely help teach my patients at office visits.  But, today, it was teaching physicians, new physicians.  I continue to teach at a local residency program, and a group of 16 interns just started.    All … Continue reading →

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2.4 million swimmer’s ear visits a year! How to not get one. . .

Posted on July 7, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

The Centers for Disease Control forwarded on this astronomical number in a bulletin on external ear infections.  There are simple steps to do before and after swimming (or coming in contact with water), to greatly reduce your risk of this painful … Continue reading →

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How often do YOU need a pap?

Posted on July 5, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

The Pap smear used to be done every year. . . guidelines have changed.  Read on. . . We perform paps on women to screen for abnormal cells on the cervix.  Cervical cancer is a disease of sexually active women, related to … Continue reading →

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New measles and whooping cough vaccination guidelines for adults!

Posted on July 1, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

Changes! Changes! The governing body on immunization practices met last week. Many babies are becoming ill with pertussis and the pregnant mom can help. The pertussis vaccine is considered safe for pregnant women and may give immunity to their young … Continue reading →

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What to do about unwanted hair?

Posted on June 29, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

A patient of mine recently asked me to blog about female unwanted facial hair.   She has more facial hair than she desires and works with children (who frequently are inquisitive and vocal).  This is not a singular problem, most of post-pubertal persons in … Continue reading →

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Risks to consider when getting a tattoo. . .

Posted on June 27, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

Three risks to consider when getting a tattoo.   Purchase, possession and overt health risks. Purchase risks include expense and pain.  Adolescents are especially at risk for impulsively obtaining a tattoo and may overpay, choose a tattoo parlor that is unsafe/unclean, or have … Continue reading →

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