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Breast Cancer Awareness Month – Myths Debunked

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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and everywhere you look from the NFL to your local Phoenix physician, is turning pink to honor those who have passed, those who are survivors, and to remind everyone to educate themselves on the topic of breast cancer. At Family Practice Physicians, our Phoenix doctors want to take this opportunity to shed some light on breast cancer myths and truths.

 

If you’ve found a lump in your breast, it’s definitely going to be cancerous.

According to the American Cancer Society, most biopsy results for suspicious lumps, come back completely normal. Still, if you do find a lump in your breast, it’s imperative that you contact your Phoenix doctor for farther inspection. However, just because you find a lump does not ensure that you have breast cancer.

 
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Monsoons and Barometric Pressure Migraines – How to Cope

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The valley saw it’s first big dust storm of monsoon season, and with it has come a flush of calls regarding headaches and migraines. Unfortunately, this is to be expected during the Arizona monsoon season. As barometric pressure rises, migraine sufferers tend to feel the brunt of it. But, of course, as experience Phoenix physicians who have been in the valley for many, many monsoon seasons, we have a few monsoon and migraine tips for you.

 
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7 Remarkable Health Benefits of Drinking Water in Arizona

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There is no substitute for water. No sports drink or boosted water can compare to good, old water, especially when you live in Arizona. Sure, a sports drink might add some electrolytes, and a vitamin water might add a few extra essentials, but as a Phoenix doctor I can tell you that pure water is truly the best thing for you to consume during the hot summer months in Arizona. But, simply speaking, do you know how beneficial pure drinking water can be for your body?

 
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Arizona Wind Causes a Surge in Allergy Sufferers

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Countless residents in the AZ region are suffering from the infamous Arizona allergies made worse by gusting winds. Having an allergy, or several allergies, is amongst the top five of the most common chronic health afflictions in the United States. Recent stretches of windy days in the state have caused a major influx of residents with allergy symptoms. Living with allergens in the wind is a reality that residents in other states do not have to live with – but people who reside in Arizona know the scenario all too well.

 

Unique Properties of the Wind in Arizona

Arizona is home to many different kinds of allergenic plants which cause people to have watery, itchy eyes and a runny nose. In addition to native plants contributing to a high pollen density, the composition and activity of the wind in Arizona is different than wind in other regions – although just a windy day without any help can cause allergens in the environment to stir up and enter the air you breathe.

 
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Preparing Your Child For A Phoenix Pediatrician Visit

 

 

 

 
One of the most nerve wracking experiences for a young child is a visit to the doctor. Not only is the thought of having to talk to a strange person a foreign concept for many kids, but also the very idea of getting a shot or having to take medicine is enough to send scared children into a mega-fit that sends the parent running for the nearest bottle of headache relief. Preparing your child for a visit to a Phoenixpediatrician can help to alleviate some of these issues and make the visit much more effective than it would have been otherwise. There are several things you can do to help your child get ready to go to the doctor.

 

Start by talking to your child about the fact that you will be there every step of the way. Once they know you aren’t leaving them in the room alone with a stranger, they may be more apt to relax a bit. Then, you might talk about what to expect. A lot of the fear surrounding a visit to the Phoenix doctor deals with not knowing what is going to happen. Be honest about the possibilities of a vaccination or the potential consumption of medication. If they know what’s coming, talking about it first might help to assuage any fears and feel a bit more courageous about facing what’s coming.

 

Incentives are always a good way to help your child prepare as well. Knowing that there is the proverbial pot of gold at the end of the rainbow makes them more apt to simply grin and bear it through the visit. You can do something as simple as taking your little one for an ice cream cone or to pick out a special toy after the visit. It not only gives them something to look forward to, but it also gives you a bargaining tool in order to get them to behave during the visit.

 

The more you prepare your child in advance for a visit to the pediatrician, the more successful a visit you can expect. After all, it is important that your child’s doctor be able to properly assess your child during the visit. The calmer and more relaxed your child is during the visit, the more your doctor will be able to get a good assessment of his or her physical condition.

 

Summary:

One of the most nerve wracking experiences for a young child is a visit to the doctor.

Preparing your child for a visit to a Phoenix pediatrician can help to alleviate some of these issues and make the visit much more effective than it would have been otherwise.

The more you prepare your child in advance for a visit to the pediatrician, the more successful a visit you can expect. After all, it is important that your child’s doctor be able to properly assess your child during the visit.

 

 

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