The Doctor Is In
The following is a question submitted by reader, Kimberly, and answered by Dr. Anca Lamse, MD and Dr. Heidi Kline, DC.
Q. Kimberly asks:
I am in my forties now and find that my body is changing in many ways – my period, appetite, libido, weight, etc., and I wondered what, if anything, should I be concerned about. I have an upcoming check up and want to share the important things with my doctor. Is there any advice you can give on this subject?
A. Dear Kimberly,
Here are a few things that could mean trouble, but please don’t consider this an all-inclusive list. Tell your doctor about anything that you feel isn’t right. Women know their bodies better than anyone else.
1. Early satiety - meaning getting fuller during a meal much earlier; it can be due to many medical reasons, but you want to rule out cancer and ulcers.
2. Breast changes – Peau d’orange” skin over the breasts looks like the peel of an orange; could be a sign of cancer.
3. Hair loss – causes include hormone imbalance, including estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, thyroid hormone; insufficient protein intake or poor digestion of protein.
4. FATIGUE without a reason is NOT normal with aging; something must be off.
5. Moles that change color or size; rule out cancer.
Dr. Kline’s answer:
A. Dear Kimberly,
Red flags for women to see your medical doctor asap:
- Having the WORST HEADACHE EVER!
- Numbness or tingling anywhere that does not go away.
- Severe abdominal pain and or bleeding.
- A lump in your breast during your monthly shower check. It is normal for lymph nodes to swell with our cycles so knowing your normal “lumps” is a must.
- A changing mole that is asymmetric, undefined borders, and/or changed colors.
- Irregular heartbeat.
- Shortness of breath for unknown reasons (not after climbing stairs!).
See your chiropractor
- After a fall
- After a car accident
- Any joint pain that lingers for more than 3 days
- If you just don’t feel right and all your labs from your medical doctor are within normal range and you are experiencing stiff, sore joints, headache, heartburn, gas pain-bloating, constipation, diarrhea, anxiety-Irritability, restlessness, insomnia, and or depression.
- After dental work to check your jaw alignment
***To learn more about the Lamse Wellness Clinic and the services provided there, contact Dr. Anca Lamse, MD. Please forward any questions directly to her or to the Women’s Life Link Contact Page.
Lamse Wellness Clinic 17 E. Moore St, Mooresville, IN 46158 Phone: 317-834-9304; Fax: 317-831-0864 www.lamseclinic.com
***For more information about this important health topic, contact Dr. Heidi Kline. Chiropractic & Wellness Center 1305 W. 96th Street, Suite C 317-580-9867 chirowellnessindy.com
***The content of this post is not meant to replace the advice of your health care provider. Women’s Life Link, it’s authors, contributors, commentators, associates, and linked sites do not claim that this information will diagnose, treat, or cure any disease or condition. Thank you.
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