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REASONS YOU MAY NEED MEDICAL WEIGHT LOSS

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    Tired of losing weight only to gain it back? Tired of fad diets, weight loss supplements filled with fillers and the inability to keep the weight you lost off for any considerable period? Then you may need medical weight loss. Determining if you may need medical weight loss typically involves assessing a combination of factors related to your health, lifestyle, and weight management challenges. At our medical weight loss clinic in Tampa , we work with patients who have been on the up and down weight loss cycle and are looking for help losing weight. Here are some signs we commonly find that may suggest medical weight loss could be beneficial. Struggling to Lose Weight on Your Own If you’ve tried multiple diets, exercise routines, or lifestyle changes without seeing significant, sustained results, it might indicate that there are underlying factors (e.g., metabolic issues, hormonal imbalances, or other health conditions) that require medical attention. Significant...

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT ASTHMA

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    At Vital Advanced Medical Center, our Primary Care Doctor in Tampa has seen patients present with Asthma. Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition that affects the airways in the lungs, causing them to become inflamed and narrowed. This leads to difficulty in breathing, coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath. Asthma can vary in severity and may be triggered by a variety of factors such as allergens, respiratory infections, air pollution, exercise, or stress. When a person has Asthma, the lining of the airways becomes inflamed and swollen. This inflammation makes the airways sensitive to various triggers. The muscles around the airways tighten, further narrowing the air passages and making it harder to breathe. This is known as Bronchoconstriction. The airways may produce extra mucus, which can block the airflow and make breathing even more difficult. There are several symptoms of Asthma such as: ·          Wheezing: A ...