A bone density test is the only test that can diagnose osteoporosis prior to a bone breaking. The test checks the consistency and solidity of the bones to determine how vulnerable they are to breakage. What Is Osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is a bone disease that develops when bones become less and ... [Read More]
Archives for November 2018
What Are the Different Types of Mammograms?
Breast cancer is a very serious and prevalent disease. In fact, one in eight women in the US are likely to develop breast cancer at some point in their lives. Early detection is essential in diagnosing and treating breast cancer. One tool that doctors use for early detection of breast cancer is ... [Read More]
How to go Through an MRI if You’re Claustrophobic
An MRI is not always a pleasant experience, but if you are claustrophobic, it can be one of the most stressful and anxiety-ridden experiences you can imagine. MRIs are a very useful tool in detecting and diagnosing health problems and sometimes; many times they unavoidable because there are no other ... [Read More]
What are 10 Signs of Ovarian Cancer?
Ovarian cancer is the fifth leading cause of cancer death in women; unfortunately, many cases of ovarian cancer go undetected for a long time, making the battle against it more difficult. Ovarian cancer occurs when abnormal cells grow in the ovaries and form a tumor. The abnormal cell growth in the ... [Read More]