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    Headaches are a common complaint that comes into my office. Migraine headaches are one of the most common and debilitating. 6% of men and 10% of women in this country suffer from acute migraines.

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    I am having a terrible burning in my stomach, up into my chest and I feel like I have a lot of gas. I don’t have to eat very much food before I feel full. Sometimes I get nauseated and I vomit. What is wrong with me…?

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    I am a 42-year-old and was told recently that I had an abnormal pap smear positive for HPV. What does this mean? Will I develop cervical cancer in the future?

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    I have been playing volleyball and walking /running lately. My ankles, knees and hips usually start to hurt after participating in these activities. What could cause that at the age of 22?

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    While in my office today, I had the pleasure of seeing one of my favorite patients. He is in his 60’s and suffers from three compression fractures of the spine due to osteoporosis. They are very painful, and he cannot pick up anything heavier than a gallon of milk or risk developing another compression fracture. […]

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    I notice after I have a meal, I always start coughing, usually producing phlegm. Why would that happen? I do not experience any pain.

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    I had a patient come in the office today with a very itchy rash scattered on his hands, arms, and lower legs. It started to develop about 1 day after trimming his yard.

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    This is the time of year when individuals are planning outdoor activities and vacations. Many people intend to get a tan before going on vacation.

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    I am experiencing pain in my right elbow but it only hurts when I am lifting or carrying something or if I am extending. It is on the outside top of my arm sharp burning pain should I just rest it? Thanks, TS

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  • Ask Dr. Kent . . .

    Recently, I had a patient that came in complaining of painful urination that was frequent and associated with pelvic pain and painful intercourse. Urine cultures have been negative for any bacteria. I sent her to an urologist for work up as I was concerned she could have interstitial cystitis/ Painful Bladder Syndrome.

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  • Ask Dr. Kent . . .

    Headaches are a common complaint that comes into my office. Migraine headaches are one of the most common and debilitating. 6% of men and 10% of women in this country suffer from acute migraines.

    Read More »
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