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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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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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New mothers choose “tied tubes” over IUDs: study – chicagotribune.com

Posted on August 27, 2011 by drlesliegreenberg

Are you pregnant?  or done having children? This is a timely and thoughtful article.  It compares “tube tying” to intrauterine devices.  Read on…  New mothers choose “tied tubes” over IUDs: study – chicagotribune.com.

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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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