Eating fish, as part of a balanced diet, offers several nutritional benefits. But how do the mercury levels in fish impact your health? Fish does a body good. It’s a low-calorie protein source that contains several essential nutrients, including two types of omega-3 fatty acids that are beneficial for your heart and brain. But can […]
It’s a medical condition that millions of American women have, but people rarely talk about. You may not be familiar with its name, what its symptoms are or how it’s treated. It’s a pelvic floor disorder, and chances are, someone you know has one. What exactly is a pelvic floor disorder? Pelvic floor disorders occur […]
It’s a scientific fact that points to a definite mind-body connection. Loneliness has become a public health epidemic, according to former United States Surgeon General Vivek Murthy. A 2018 AARP survey seems to back this up: It found that 1 in 3 adults older than 45 were lonely. Given the disconnectedness of our world, it’s […]
Dr. Hsieh is a colorectal surgeon with Keck Medicine of USC who specializes in minimally invasive surgery as well as women’s health, including anorectal disease, pelvic floor disorders and functional concerns. She treats patients at Keck Hospital of USC, USC Norris Cancer Hospital, USC Arcadia Hospital and USC Verdugo Hills Hospital. Here’s what you won’t […]
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That nagging headache may not be a headache at all, but nerve pain caused by inflamed occipital nerves. You have probably experienced a headache or even a migraine at some point in your life, but would you know the difference between a headache and nerve pain? Occipital neuralgia mimics the symptoms of a headache but […]
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With all the various and seemingly conflicting recommendations out there, it’s no wonder there’s confusion over how often you should see your gynecologist. You go to your dentist twice a year, your general practitioner annually, make it to your dermatologist for your yearly skin checkup — and you were equally diligent about making it to […]
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You’re sitting at home and enjoying your favorite show, with no intention of going outside. Do you still need to wear sunscreen? You may think that if you roll out of bed, get in your car and drive to work, where you sit at your desk all day, that you don’t need sunscreen. Or, maybe […]
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You may already be familiar with the dangers of smoking, but can one cigarette have an impact on your health? Smoking continues to be the primary cause of the majority of lung cancer cases, but can smoking just one cigarette have an adverse effect on your well-being? Yes, according to “How Tobacco Smoke Causes Disease,” a 704-page report […]
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