Those interested in sports will be quite familiar with the term “Patellar tendonitis”. Also referred to as “jumper’s knee”, it is a knee injury affecting the patella tendon. It is common in professional athletes, especially basket ball...
Pharyngitis is the inflammation of the pharynx which is located at the back of the throat. Often referred to as sore throat, this condition causes discomfort, pain or scratchiness in the throat leading to difficulty in swallowing. Pharyngitis can involve some or all...
The U.S. is now experiencing a severe flu season and CDC officials reported 51.4 hospitalizations due to influenza per 100,000 people in the week ending January 27. Accurate documentation is important with regard to appropriate patient care as well as accurate...
Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC) is a rare type of skin cancer, commonly found on the sun-exposed areas of the head and neck. According to the American Cancer Society, about 1,500 cases of MCC are diagnosed in the United States each year. This cancer type is considered...
The flu season is in full swing in the U.S. and the latest Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report, flu activity is continuing to increase. According to Vox, physicians’ offices and clinics are “bursting at the seams” because of flu....
