Bipolar disorder is classified as an affective disorder with cycles of depression and mania, hypomania, or mixed episodes. Sometimes the cyclic nature of this affective disorder can make it harder to identify and manage.
It’s Misdiagnosed As Depression
Many people with bipolar disorder are first misdiagnosed with depression. This is not a matter of care providers simply misjudging bipolar patients, it happens because they rarely see the full range of mood states. Read More»
When someone gets injured or suddenly becomes ill, it can be tough to determine where to go for the most practical care. Is a visit to the emergency room in order, or will a trip to an urgent care center suffice? Here are a few differences between urgent care and emergency rooms you should know about when deciding where to take yourself or your loved one when the need for medical attention arises: Read More»
Life in a rural area can be very sweet. It’s so easy to commune with nature when you are away from the hustle and bustle of the city. You feel at peace and are able to enjoy the serenity and stillness that only a rural or mountainous region can offer. However, along with the perks of rural living, there are a few concerns to think about. What would happen if someone in your household became seriously ill? Read More»
Before having plastic surgery, your surgeon will likely want to schedule a consultation meeting with you so you can get to know each other and decide exactly how to meet your needs and expectations when all is said and done. Here are a few important questions to ask your plastic surgeon during that consultation meeting:
1. How Is Scheduling Handled?
It’s important to find out how appointment scheduling will be handled by your plastic surgeon so that you know what to expect as you get surgery to enhance your looks or correct a disfigurement. Read More»
Cardiac care units, often referred to as CCU, are specialized wards in hospitals where patients with heart issues are cared for. Common reasons that people may stay in a CCU include recovering from a heart attack or heart surgery, or dealing with other coronary conditions that require intensive treatment and monitoring. Heart conditions can be very serious or even fatal, so if you have a loved one in the CCU it is normal to feel stressed and worried. Read More»
