A staggering number of Americans live with chronic pain. But that doesn’t mean it has to control your life. Chronic pain isn’t just debilitating. It’s also rampant. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 50 million adults in the United States are living with it. Defined by the National Institutes of Health […]
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Here’s what you need to know about what to look for, along with expert tips on monitoring your blood pressure at home. Your blood pressure rises and falls naturally throughout the day. However, if it stays high for a long period of time, it can damage your heart and cause a number of health conditions, […]
Chances are you’ve heard of carpal tunnel syndrome, a common disorder that affects almost 2 million people in the United States. But do you know who’s more likely to develop it or how it’s treated? Read on to learn more. Carpal tunnel anatomy One of the major nerves to the hand, the median nerve, runs […]
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This common condition can sneak up on you — here’s what to look for, so you can see it coming. Diabetes is a serious health condition in which your blood sugar is too high for your body to process. Instead, it stays in your bloodstream and, over time, can lead to complications such as heart […]
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 nutrients, including omega-3 fatty acids that are beneficial for your heart and brain. But, can too much of a […]
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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