Doctor Column
Medicare’s Landmark Action to Negotiate Drug Prices On Behalf of Senior Citizens
December 5, 2023
Joseph R. Anticaglia, MD
A retired Army veteran came to my office years ago complaining of sinus pain and sinus pressure, thick greenish-yellowish discharge, stuffy nose and a slight fever. I prescribed an antibiotic, decongestant medications, one to be taken by mouth, the other a nasal spray as well as medication for pain.
Part 2: The Kidneys .. ‘Unsung Powerhouses’ .. How Do They Keep Us Alive?
November 25, 2023
Joseph R. Anticaglia, MD
The kidneys are two bean-shaped organs located at the back of the upper abdomen just below the rib cage. The ureters connect the kidneys to the bladder. The kidneys are remarkable, unsung powerhouses of the body that flush out waste products into urine and redirect vital substances back into the bloodstream. They play a crucial role in controlling our blood pressure, producing red blood cells, building strong bones, and maintaining the body’s overall health.
Part 1: The Remarkable Kidneys — How Do They Work To Keep Us Alive?
November 15, 2023
Joseph R. Anticaglia, MD
We take many things for granted when things are moving along smoothly. However, when things aren’t flowing normally, we become concerned. Why do I have a burning sensation on urination? Why is the color of the urine pink? Why do I have pain above my right hip and back? What’s causing my high blood pressure? My doctor told me I have a low red blood count..
Nosebleeds... Seven Steps You Can Take To Stop The Bleeding
November 5, 2023
Joseph R. Anticaglia, MD
Nosebleeds are a common problem that can occur at «any time, in any place and in any season.» The gamut of nosebleeds can vary from a minor annoyance to a life-threatening hemorrhage. The vast majority of nosebleeds, also called epistaxis, stop spontaneously and do not require a visit to your doctor’s office or the Emergency Department (ED) of a hospital. There are things you can do at home, or outside of the home, to stop the bleeding.
Groundbreaking First Pill to Treat: “Postpartum Depression” — Zuranolone
October 25, 2023
Joseph R. Anticaglia, MD
Welcoming a child into the family is usually a joyous occasion. But for one in eight women, per CDC, during pregnancy or soon after giving birth, that time is anything but joyous.
‘Ten Tips’ to Protect Yourself Against “Respi” — Respiratory Infections
October 15, 2023
Joseph R. Anticaglia, MD
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that influenza was associated with 10,000 hospitalizations, and 5,000 deaths in the United States during the 2021-2022 season. What’s noteworthy, is that these figures represent a remarkable decrease in hospitalizations and deaths due to influenza, when compared to the previous eight years in the U. S.
CDC Vaccine Update for the 2023 Fall and Winter “Respi” Season
October 5, 2023
Joseph R. Anticaglia, MD
From January to December 2022, COVID-19 was the primary or contributing cause of approximately 244,000 deaths in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Psoriatic Arthritis Pictures of PsA
September 25, 2023
Joseph R. Anticaglia, MD
Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a type of chronic inflammatory arthritis that causes joint swelling, pain and stiffness. It’s associated with psoriasis, a skin condition characterized by red, thick, itchy, scaly patches. Both inflammatory arthritis and psoriasis are an autoimmune disease, meaning the immune system mistakenly attacks its own healthy tissues leading to joint inflammation and skin lesions. Approximately eighty per cent of the time, psoriasis precedes the onset of arthritis. PsA can occur at any age, but most commonly presents in people between the ages of 30 and 50.
Prenatal Vitamins and Nutrition During Pregnancy
September 15, 2023
Joseph R. Anticaglia, MD
Years ago, I was examining a young woman whom I had known since she was a teenager. She was happily employed as a social worker. “How are you doing? How’s the family?”
The ABCDs of Breast Density: What Is It? Could Dense Breast Tissue Increase the Risk of Cancer?
September 5, 2023
Joseph R. Anticaglia, MD
Breast cancer is the second common cancer in the United States after skin cancer. It’s more common than lung, prostate, or colorectal cancers. It accounts for 14% of cancers in the U. S. with 300,900 new cases anticipated in 2023 according to the National Cancer Institute.
