DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I’ve had a sensitive stomach since I can remember. My life has been constantly inconvenienced by too many trips to the bathroom. My family thinks I have undiagnosed irritable bowel syndrome. I should have sought care sooner, but what can I do now to treat it? What causes IBS? What are its symptoms? […]
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Richard K. Davis, former president and CEO of Make-A-Wish America and former executive chair and CEO of U.S. Bancorp, has been elected chair of the Mayo Clinic Board of Trustees. He will serve a four-year term beginning Feb. 21. Davis succeeds Michael Powell, who joined the Mayo Clinic Board of Trustees in 2011 and was elected […]
Does how much you sleep affect your heart? According to health officials, adults who sleep fewer than seven hours each night are more likely to experience health problems. Dr. Juan Cardenas Rosales, an internal medicine physician at Mayo Clinic, stresses that adequate sleep is crucial for your overall well-being, including your heart health. Watch: The Mayo Clinic […]
It’s often silent but can be a deadly killer. Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is a genetic condition that occurs in 1 in 500 people. Dr. Said Alsidawi, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, says the problem is that many people don’t even know they have it because they have no symptoms. And in many cases, the first presentation is […]
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My 36-year-old sister recently noticed an unusual mole on her shoulder. She is scheduled for some tests. Her primary care physician believes it might be melanoma. What is melanoma? What treatment options are available, and is surgery necessary? Have there been recent advancements in treatments? ANSWER: While melanoma is much less common than […]
If you catch a cold or upper respiratory infection and it lingers long enough, it may turn into a sinus infection known as sinusitis. Symptoms can include a runny nose and nasal congestion accompanied by pain, swelling, and pressure around the eyes, nose, cheeks or forehead that gets worse when bending over. Watch: The Mayo Clinic […]
ROCHESTER, Minn. — Heart surgery is a serious and invasive medical procedure, and that can be intimidating for a patient. A new study published in Mayo Clinic Proceedings suggests that virtual reality (VR) can be an effective tool to reduce preoperative anxiety in older patients undergoing their first open-heart surgery. While much of the research […]
You may be familiar with high-density, or good cholesterol; low-density lipoproteins (LDL), or bad cholesterol; and their connections to heart health. But what about triglycerides? Often that word gets skimmed over when talking about cholesterol levels. Dr. Regis Fernandes, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, says triglycerides provide the body with energy from food. High levels can indicate signs […]
Do your feet always feel cold, even when it’s not chilly outside? While cold weather can be a common cause, persistent cold feet might point to something more — like circulatory issues, immune problems or nerve disorders. Dr. Jesse Bracamonte, a Mayo Clinic family medicine physician, says it’s important to seek medical advice if the […]
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: We hear a lot about “heart-healthy” diets, but the guidance seems to always change. It’s confusing to me. What foods are important, and what should we avoid? ANSWER: One of the most important factors for a healthy heart is to try to follow a healthy diet. We usually recommend a Mediterranean diet, which is mostly […]