When patients hear the word "tumor," it usually causes some apprehension. While "tumor" is a term used to describe any abnormal growth of…
Monica Therese Cating-Cabral, MD · · 3 min read
Be careful when cleaning your ears with cotton swabs, as inserting them too deep into the ear canal can push earwax further in. Avoid using sharp objects to…
Monica Therese Cating-Cabral, MD · · 4 min read
There are many misbeliefs about goiter. It is not caused by shouting, singing, drinking cold water, lifting heavy things, straining with activity or…
Monica Therese Cating-Cabral, MD · · 3 min read
PT focuses on improving the movement of the body, whereas OT focuses on improving your ability to perform activities of daily living.
Monica Therese Cating-Cabral, MD · · 3 min read
Children usually don’t have a problem with being short, and it doesn’t keep them from living a normal, happy life. Sometimes, it’s the parents who may place…
Monica Therese Cating-Cabral, MD · · 3 min read
It is important that you do not take any medications to reduce the swelling unless instructed by your doctor. Indiscriminate use of medications such as…
Monica Therese Cating-Cabral, MD · · 3 min read
Getting more sleep improves mood and well-being and has been shown to even help with weight loss. One study showed that when participants established a bedtime…
Monica Therese Cating-Cabral, MD · · 3 min read
Today, we laid my father to rest. I have not had the time to fully process which stage or stages of grief I have passed through, but I know I am feeling the…
Monica Therese Cating-Cabral, MD · · 4 min read
Studies have shown that drinking just an extra 12 ounces of juice per day increases the chances of premature death.
Monica Therese Cating-Cabral, MD · · 4 min read
Menopause is a transformative journey that every woman will experience. While it comes with its share of challenges, it is a natural and inevitable part of…
Monica Therese Cating-Cabral, MD · · 3 min read
