Abraham Eisenstein, M.D.: Page 3
February 6, 2016
Acoustic neuroma, also known as a vestibular schwannoma, is a rare condition when a tumor develops on the main nerve leading from the inner ear to the brain. It can cause hearing problems and, if left untreated, serious medical conditions.
January 9, 2016
Recent findings of Zika virus in America and its possible influence on newborn babies introduced some fear in general public, but it is important to see what the facts are and that it is not about new, deadly virus spreading around.
December 5, 2015
Dengue fever is an interesting mosquito-borne tropical disease: it spreads via female mosquitoes but people with virus can infect mosquitoes that in turn infect other people and today the virus spreads to countries far from its usual habitat.
November 7, 2015
Peripheral nerves are collecting and sending signals from every part of the body to the brain, making them crucial for keeping the whole body system going. When peripheral nervous system is damaged, all kind of problems are on their way.
October 3, 2015
As a new winter season is approaching, some people will be in a bad mood because they miss sunny days but some will experience a strong mood change, something more deeper than usual \'I wish it is summer again\' mood.
September 5, 2015
Salt, or sodium chloride, is about 40 percent sodium and 60 percent chloride. But it's much more than that dry definition: salt adds flavor to food but it is also one of the most controversial spices and for many decades we almost were in war with it.
August 1, 2015
Stroke changes your life and it can change it dramatically but with a proper life style and advice many people can go back to their usual activities.
February 7, 2015
Diverticular disease affects the large intestine. It is caused by small pouches called diverticula that can form in digestive tract but usually form in the last part of the large intestine, colon. Although the reason why it happens is not clear, change in food habits may keep the condition under control.
October 3, 2014
When you or your child have some common symptoms, say fever or chills or diarrhea, you usually think about most common conditions. However, there are literally hundreds of conditions that start with same symptoms, so in some cases it's a good idea to see the doctor.
August 1, 2014
Children are small people, you heard that saying often. However, that's not true: Children bodies work differently and we can't just copy our habits and paste them onto our kids. Complementary health products are one of such things that can cause more harm than we think they can.
July 4, 2014
Atlas subluxation is a condition that can be solved with a simple slight pressure and with that procedure dozens of health conditions can be improved. Dozens. If you think that's too good to be true, you are right: It is not true. And it is dangerous.
April 4, 2014
When spring comes, a lot of people have a desire to go out and exercise to get in shape. But if we start with too much enthusiasm we can hurt ourselves very easily. Here are some less prevalent injuries we should be able to recognize to prevent further problems.