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Don't be Afraid of the Doctor

Hello, my name is Walter and although it might sound silly for a grown man to say this, I was afraid of my doctor. I live in a small community in Western Australia with my wife Sheila. For many years, Sheila was always telling me to book an appointment with the doctor for a health check-up. I was worried about the test they would do and didn't want them zapping me with X-rays or sticking needles in my arm. Last year, I overcame my fear and went to the doctor. He was really nice and it wasn't scary. He also helped to treat my sore feet. Since then, I have been reading a lot about medical matters. I decided to start this blog to encourage others to visit their doctors.

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The Best Glaucoma Management Procedures for Pregnant Patients

Posted on April 26, 2019

Glaucoma was associated with old age, but this is changing today since there are increasing cases of glaucoma in women of childbearing age. The scenario has presented doctors with a big problem because glaucoma management and treatment in and around pregnancy offers a unique challenge. Notably, doctors have to balance the risk of the mother losing sight and potential harm to the fetus. Furthermore, most drugs that are used to manage glaucoma are considered as Category C drugs, and eye specialists are limited to category B medications. [Read More]

Here's What to Know About an MRI

Posted on February 25, 2019

Has your doctor recommended that you should undergo an MRI and you don't have a clue about what it is?  Undergoing any new medical procedure is enough reason to feel apprehensive. This is because you don't know what to expect before, during and after the procedure. Here's what you need to know about an MRI. What Is It?  Are you afraid of invasive procedures that may leave you with painful wounds? [Read More]

The Advantages Of At-Home Care for a Parent with Dementia

Posted on January 15, 2019

While a majority of people may have heard about dementia, there are a lot of people who do not know what it really is. The typical misconception about dementia is that it means going crazy, and this could not be further from the truth. Dementia is, in fact, a symptom of other disorders. A few examples of the disorders that could lead to dementia include Alzheimer's, Huntington's disease and other age-related diseases. [Read More]

Should You Seek IVF Treatment from Your Gynaecologist?

Posted on November 28, 2018

For a majority of couples who start trying to have a baby, their assumption is it will happen sooner rather than later. But you will only know whether or not you will have trouble conceiving when you are actively trying to get a baby. Considering that there is a myriad of factors that can negatively impact your fertility, it is advisable to seek a specialist rather than keep trying to no avail. [Read More]