If you’re a regular runner and consistently experience foot pain after running, you’re not alone. Running is a high-impact activity that can put a substantial amount of stress on the feet, so it’s no surprise that this issue commonly affects runners of all levels. If your foot pain is mild, it may be possible to […]
In this article: When most people get stung by an insect, what often follows is redness, swelling, itching or other minor symptoms. But for those with an insect sting allergy, much more severe reactions can occur. Recognizing these allergic reactions early can prevent potentially life-threatening consequences. At Cary Medical Group, we want you to know […]
It could be a hard impact on the basketball court or being tackled at the 30-yard line. Your head hits the ground, and you have a feeling this is something more than a minor injury. But you feel fine. You’re able to walk off the court. Your teammates don’t notice anything wrong, and because you […]
You’re tired of the night sweats, hot flashes, and other menopausal symptoms, and you’re wondering if hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is the answer you need. But you also know there have been some safety concerns about the long-term use of HRT–and the flood of information online can often be confusing at best. So, is hormone replacement […]
Your appointment was at 3 p.m. It’s now 3:30 and you’re still in the lobby. Waiting. You’ve checked your email. You’ve caught up on text messages. You may even be listening to your favorite podcast to pass the time. And you’re still waiting. Why do doctors take so long? And why is Cary Medical Group […]
High blood pressure affects nearly half of all American adults…and many of them don’t even realize they have it. This is because there are often no signs of high blood pressure. In addition, only about 1-in-4 adults with high blood pressure have the condition well-controlled, according to information from the Centers for Disease Control, and […]
We work with hundreds of patients every year to help them keep their diabetes under control. Doing so greatly reduces the risk of developing more serious health conditions. But how do you know if your diabetes is under control? The most obvious and simple way to know if your diabetes is under control is to monitor […]
What causes high cholesterol? There is no one cause—several factors work together to compose your overall risk. This includes everything from family history to diet to lack of exercise. To maintain healthy cholesterol levels, it’s important to understand not only what is considered high cholesterol, but also to comprehend how all these factors work together to […]
Menopause is a natural, biological transition in a woman’s life that marks the end of her childbearing years. In the United States, the average age of onset is 51 although it can happen in a woman’s 40s. While some women have no symptoms when they enter menopause, others may experience issues such as hot flashes […]
Are you a “weekend warrior?” Maybe you just like to play a pickup game of basketball with your friends, or perhaps you’re a part of the local tennis league. No matter the intensity of your playing, anyone is susceptible to a sports injury. The Centers for Disease Control report that there are 8.6 million sports injuries […]