By Alan S. Peterson, M.D.
Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening allergic reaction. It starts soon after you are to exposed something to which you are severely allergic. You may have swelling, itching, or a rash. Some people have trouble breathing, a tight feeling in their chest, dizziness, and they feel anxious. Other people have stomach cramps, nausea or diarrhea. Some people lose consciousness or “pass out.”
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By Alan S. Peterson, M.D.
Radon is a colorless odorless gas that is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States. Radon causes more cases of lung cancer in America than anything except cigarette smoking. We can reduce our exposure to this gas, but the only way to do that is to know what the radon level is in your home by testing for it.
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By Alan S. Peterson, M.D.
Gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, is a common digestive problem. Acid from the stomach flows backward and upward into the esophagus (food tube from the throat to the stomach). A muscle in the esophagus usually keeps stomach acid from flowing back into the esophagus. If you have GERD, this muscle does not close to the correct amount, and acid from your stomach gets into your esophagus and irritates its lining.
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By Alan S. Peterson, M.D.As we get into the cooler months and the heat starts to go in our homes, the air starts to dry out. Sometimes this can make our skin dryer and also more itchy. Many other things can make your skin itch. Dry skin, eczema, and hives can all cause itching over your body. Contact dermatitis is another cause for all-over itching. Click here to read more...