I'd like to introduce you to the first video in the "Surviving Menopause" video series. Did you know that osteoporosis is a disease that 50% of women over age 50 develop due to lack of estrogen? In this video, learn how you can prevent osteoporosis, especially throughout menopause.

Over one in every two women over age 50 develops osteoporosis due to a lack of estrogen. Dr. Holly Thacker is here to help you learn how to prevent Osteoporosis, especially throughout menopause. This is the first video in our Surviving Menopause Series.

Here are a few quick tips to follow when trying to watch your total fat intake as well as the cholesterol-raising fats. Depending on your cholesterol level, most healthy individuals should limit total fat intake to around 25-35% of total energy (total calories eaten) each day. While it is important to watch each individual food’s fat content, remember that this 25-35% fat range is your overall dietary goal; you’ll always encounter foods that are under or over this percentage. Your goal is to…

"They Think They see Something on my Mammogram." The fear this sentence evokes is real, but can be quieted by facts. Most abnormalities on a mammogram are NOT breast cancer. Women should get annual mammograms starting at age 45 and personalized. Some women can wait until age 50 to begin screening mammograms and have them done every 2 years. High risk women need more intensive screening. On a screening mammogram, questionable abnormalities sometimes require additional evaluation. With further…

I am wondering what can be the cause of intense hunger. I eat 4-5 times a day and still it seems that I am always hungry. If I try to put it off too long I will get a really bad headache and in some cases feel kind of like I am going to pass out. What’s really weird is that it just came on in the last few weeks. Any ideas of what I should be checking into?

Do progestin-only birth control pills cause acne, or should I be concerned about Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)? I did not have acne when taking a combined pill.

I’ve had two urinary tract infections in the past year. Why am I getting them and what can I do to prevent them in the future?

I’m pregnant and people keep telling me to stop drinking out of plastic water bottles. What’s the problem with them?

My doctor says I have fibroids and need a hysterectomy. Are there any other options?

My daughter was diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome. Does this mean she won’t be able to have children?

I am 59 years old. I noticed a wart growth almost at the entrance of my vagina. It has been there for more than five months. Recently I applied garlic overnight to the site and after two days it was gone. I am still worried. Do you think the wart is a sign of some disease? What do you recommend that I do to avoid a reoccurence?

I recently had blood work done because I have been very fatigued and have experienced a real loss of energy. My Vitamin D level was 17.8 and my Free T4 was .49. My TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) was in the normal range of 2.09. My doctor put me on a Vitamin D supplement. Will the Vitamin D make my thyroid level go back up, and do you think I should be on thyroid medication? My doctor says that I should get my blood work done in two months and see how it is then.

An Overview of an Eye Exam During an eye appointment several types of eye tests may be performed. In addition to a complete eye examination, your doctor may want to order one of the following special tests: Applanation tonometry: A test that helps doctors diagnose glaucoma by measuring the amount of pressure needed to flatten a portion of the cornea. Corneal topography: During this procedure, a computer is used to create a "map" of the curvature of the cornea. The computer analysis…

Eye Diseases and Disorders Common in Aging Adults Even though eye problems can affect people of any age, some are increasingly likely to strike those of advanced age. These problems can be much more serious. Some examples of eye diseases and disorders common in aging adults: Cataracts Cataracts are cloudy areas that cover part of or the entire lens that keep light from easily passing through the lens to the back of the eye. Cataracts often form slowly, causing no pain, redness or tearing…

Eye Problems There are several eye problems that are more common as people age, but they still can affect anyone during their life. There are some simple measures that people of any age can take to help ease their comfort and see well. Eye problems that can occur during any age are: Presbyopia Presbyopia is the loss of ability to see close objects or small print, and is often corrected with reading glasses. Floaters Floaters are tiny spots or specks that float across the field of…

What to Expect at An Eye Appointment If you currently wear glasses or contact lenses, bring them with you to your appointment. Depending on the size and type of the office, you will more than likely be greeted by a receptionist or an optician. They will then take your name and ask you to fill out a sheet of information about your medical and eye health history. Once your paperwork has been completed, you will be shown to the examining room where the doctor will perform tests of your vision…

My sister just had a pap smear and the results showed cervical dysplasia. What exactly is this and could she be at risk for cancer?

Most Common Types of Breast Cancer Like most cancers, breast cancer exists in different forms. The most common types of breast cancer include: Infiltrating (invasive) ductal carcinoma This cancer starts in the milk ducts of the breast. It then breaks through the wall of the duct and invades the surrounding tissue in the breast. This is the most common form of breast cancer, accounting for 80% of cases. Ductal carcinoma in situ is ductal carcinoma in its earliest stage (stage 0) In situ…

Before my period begins, I experience digestion issues, including gas and diarrhea. How can I prevent or minimize these issues?

Can you please explain how carbohydrates affect our weight and how to figure out how many carbs you should have in your daily diet?