If you are at no increased risk of colorectal cancer, screening colonoscopies should begin at age 50. Read on to learn if you should be screened earlier.
Nobody likes to talk about their bathroom habits, but constipation is truly a very normal concern for patients undergoing cancer treatment.
If you’re struggling to improve your health, consult your physician about weight loss options and seek help along your journey.
Palliative care’s goal is to partner with the patient to reduce suffering. If you’re experiencing discomfort talk to your doctor about the palliative care options that may be right for you.
More than one million people suffer from the symptoms of IBD—an umbrella term used to describe the two main chronic inflammatory conditions that impact the gastrointestinal tract.
Telemedicine has allowed Chesapeake Regional to meet the needs of our mental health patients until they are transferred to a specialized mental health facility or released with a care plan.
Whether you are recovering from a recent surgery or have medical conditions that put you at risk, it is important to know the signs and symptoms of Deep Vein Thrombosis or DVT.
Colorectal cancer is one of the most common and deadliest forms of cancer in the United States, but it has one uncommon characteristic—its ability to be detected early. Detection, however, requires testing.
Chronic wounds affect nearly 7 million Americans and commonly occur on the foot. Many times, there is little to no feeling in the feet or to the ulcer itself.
Please know that all medical institutions and doctor’s offices are following extra safety measures to protect you during this time. In the ER we are following all CDC guidelines to keep our patients safe, including masking, sanitizing and separating patients.