Low Back Pain — When is Imaging Needed?

Frederick R. Jelovsek MD Everyone gets an episode of low back pain once in awhile. The lower spinal cord is subject to strains, dislocations, injuries and diseases. Low back pain is difficult to treat and...

Overview: Esophagitis

Esophagitis refers to the inflammation of the lining of the esophagus, the tube that acts as a passage for the food in your mouth to transfer to your stomach. If esophagitis is left untreated...

Foot Pain Basics

Top 3 Foot Pain Causes The Mayo Clinic says that there are three causes that explain most foot pain. They are · Overuse · Improperly fitting footwear · Injury Foot pain can also sometimes be caused by medical conditions,...

A Pain in the Rear-end – Hemorrhoids

A Pain in the Rear Hemorrhoids, the proverbial pain in the you-know-where, are really a type of varicose vein. They occur when a vein or veins in or around the rectum and anus become swollen...

Help for Constipation

Frederick R. Jelovsek MD, MS " What causes a ripple in the colon? I have a problem trying to have a normal bowel movement. My doctor claims the rippling effect is causing blockage so the...

Recurrent Mouth Sores and Burning Mouth Syndrome

Frederick R. Jelovsek MD, MS "Why do we get mouth sores? I get them on my tongue and under as well as on the inside of my mouth." "I am 40, normal menstrual history. Meds I'm...

Idiopathic Cyclic Edema

Frederick R. Jelovsek MD "Please guide me on treatment options for idiopathic cyclic edema". D.R.S. I see why she asks the question. There is not very much written about this uncommon disease which occurs primarily in...

Discomfort

Are you feeling uncomfortable? Wondering if the pain you are experiencing is something more serious? Check out our discomfort section for diagnosis and treatment information so that you can get a better idea about...