The thought of undergoing a surgical procedure can be unnerving, and that anxiety only skyrockets if the person undergoing the operation is your child. You want to do everything in your power to put on a brave face and help calm any fears they may have, but how can you best do that? Today, we […]
The Causes & Treatments For Adrenal Gland Pheos
Your adrenal glands play a critical role in synthesizing and secreting certain hormones, but if a tumor develops in the area, it can cause problematic hormonal changes. These tumors are known as pheochromocytomas, but they are usually just called “pheos” by your doctor. Oftentimes pheos develop in your adrenal medulla, but they can grow in […]
The Causes & Treatment Options For An Enlarged Spleen
Your spleen is an organ that helps to defend your body against infection by producing bacteria-fighting white blood cells. It also maintains healthy red and white blood cell counts and filters abnormal blood cells from the bloodstream. It’s role isn’t as well known as other organs like your lungs or stomach, but it plays a […]
Surgical Options For Barrett’s Esophagus
If your chronic acid reflux or gastroesophageal reflux disease goes untreated for long enough, there’s a decent chance that it will develop into a condition known as Barrett’s esophagus. Named for the British thoracic surgeon who first discovered the condition, Barrett’s esophagus develops in about 10-20 percent of individuals suffering from reflux disorders. When Barrett’s […]
Conn’s Syndrome – How An Endocrine Surgeon Can Help
Conn’s syndrome is a medical condition that is categorized by elevated blood pressure levels and decreased potassium in the blood. Although not always the case, oftentimes these paired symptoms suggest that a person is dealing with the development of a tumor on their adrenal gland. The tumor tends to cause excessive amounts of aldosterone to […]
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