Personalized vs. Standardized Medical Care: Why One Size Doesn’t Fit All in Chronic Disease Management
When it comes to caring for patients with chronic diseases, the way care is given affects the results, especially when looking at individualized versus standardized care. Chronic diseases such as chronic sinusitis require complex treatment modalities; attempts to treat all patients
The Manual for the Medical Management of Chronic Sinusitis by Dr. Andrew Pugliese
The Manual for the Medical Management of Chronic Sinusitis by Dr. Andrew Pugliese is an essential guide for both healthcare professionals and patients seeking a comprehensive understanding of chronic sinusitis. This book explores the complexities of the condition, from its development
Post-COVID Syndrome and Chronic Conditions: The Overlooked Connection to Sinus Health
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, a new health crisis has emerged—Post-COVID syndrome. It afflicts a large number of people, presenting as a group of persistent symptoms for several weeks post-acute infection. Although exhaustion, mental confusion, and breathing problems are
Unmasking Mold Exposure: Health Risks, Symptoms, and Steps for a Mold-Free Home
Exposure to mold is not limited to discomfort in the household. It is a health risk that many have come to ignore; however it has great implications on one's health. There are diverse forms of health problems caused by mold. They
Ciguatera Poisoning
Every summer I have a couple of college students that shadow me. Several have already gone on to medical school and have considered their time with me rewarding. The reality is I'm the one that feels rewarded for helping usher in
Losing Humanity in Modern Medicine
Many patients today complain that the doctor doesn’t listen to them. They may have a lot of vague complaints, but are hesitant to say anything to the physician because these complaints have been ignored in the past. When physicians are faced
Diabetes Insipidus
It May Not Be As Rare As We Think If you look at the medical literature, diabetes insipidus (DI) is a rare condition. Recently though, I have identified multiple patients with this condition. The revelation occurred, unfortunately, with the rise in
Covid-19 & Obstructive Sleep Apnea
The Covid-19 pandemic has shown us the importance of good health. Medications alone will not insure favorable outcomes. It is time that we begin to look to ourselves to remain healthy and not believe that there will be one magic pill