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What Does Gout Feel Like?
Gout is a painful medical condition that can appear seemingly out of nowhere. When it does, the resulting discomfort can disrupt sleep and reduce quality of life. Bergen Medical Associates is a multi-specialty practice that diagnoses and treats many conditions, including gout, for patients in northern New Jersey. Here, we explain what gout feels like,
Read moreWhat Is Usually the First Sign of Lupus? Know the Symptoms
Lupus is an uncomfortable condition to live with. Its unpredictable flare-ups and variety of symptoms can disrupt everyday life, making it difficult to enjoy the activities you love. Though identifying lupus symptoms can be tricky, a professional diagnosis can help patients find relief. Bergen Medical Associates is a multi-specialty medical practice with locations throughout northern
Read moreHow Do You Know if a Sinus Infection Is Serious?
Having a stuffy nose can ruin one’s plans for the day. It’s even worse when these symptoms seem to linger. If that’s the case, the sufferer may be dealing with a sinus infection. While sinus infections are common and may not have any lasting effects, it’s important to pay attention to the symptoms because they
Read moreIs Frequent Urination at Night a Bad Sign?
Most people have to use the bathroom during the night once in a while. However, when a person experiences frequent urination at night, they may have nocturia, a symptom of many urological conditions. Bergen Medical Associates serves patients in northern New Jersey and the surrounding areas with comprehensive medical care, including urology services. Here, we
Read moreWhat to Do When Foot Pain Keeps You off Your Feet
Pain in the feet can range from mild and acute to severe and chronic, impacting a person’s walking abilities and daily activities. Fortunately, treatment can provide relief and get you back on your feet. Bergen Medical Associates is a multi-specialty provider of comprehensive medical care in northern New Jersey, including treatments for foot pain and
Read moreThyroid Cancer Can Go Undetected for a Long Time
Some people may be living with thyroid cancer and not know it. This is because symptoms of thyroid cancer are not unique or distinctive. In other words, thyroid cancer symptoms can mimic those of less severe illnesses and diseases. This makes early detection and screening essential, especially for patients with more telling symptoms (like lumps
Read moreHow to Get Rid of Stress Hives
When raised bumps appear on the skin, they may be stress hives. However, an itchy rash can also be the result of an allergic reaction. Pay close attention to rashes on the skin, monitoring for further discomfort or any trouble breathing. There are ways to treat stress rashes at home, but if they persist for
Read moreFibromyalgia’s Worst Symptoms Can Be Debilitating
The Worst Symptoms of Fibromyalgia Can Be Debilitating Considered a chronic disorder, fibromyalgia can cause pain, tenderness, and discomfort throughout the body, as well as fatigue, trouble sleeping, and other symptoms. With several locations throughout northern New Jersey, Bergen Medical Associates is home to skilled physicians in a wide range of specialties, including rheumatology. Here,
Read moreWhy an important New Year’s resolution is to take care of your GI health
Why an important New Year’s resolution is to take care of your GI health Dr. Heather Klavan, gastroenterologist at Bergen Medical Associates, Explains why minding your gut should be a top health priority. Roughly 20% of the U.S. population — an estimated 60-70 million Americans — suffer from gastrointestinal (GI) conditions that can disrupt daily life,
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