Symptoms of Strep Throat


Updated 10/14/11 11:47 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 9 comments

Symptoms of Strep Throat

Where I live strep throat is already going around. It seems early to me, but bacterial infections unfortunately don't operate on my schedule. Strep flourishes in cold weather, and stress, exhaustion, as well as fighting off viral infections can weaken your body's defenses setting you up for an attack of strep throat. When it comes to strep, you want to catch it early before it depletes your Read more

DrSugar Answers: Heart Murmur?


Updated 10/14/11 11:50 AM · Posted by DrSugar · 1 comment

What Is a Heart Murmur?

DrSugar is in the house! And she's answering your health-related questions. Dear DrSugar, A few years ago, I started going to a new primary care physician, who I really like. But I was surprised when she listened to my heartbeat and told me I had a heart murmur. She said it was nothing to worry about, just something you "have," and that it probably wouldn't ever lead to any complications. I've Read more