Dr Connie Casad

Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy Doctor

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Determining the Right Hormone Solution

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Woman in laboratory for hormone therapy.Are you not feeling as energetic as usual? Maybe you’re struggling with unexplained weight gain, hot flashes, or mood swings? Believe it or not, you might have a hormone imbalance. As an alternative to traditional pharmaceutical medications, you can restore harmony in your body using bioidentical hormone therapy. Your healthcare provider will review a 16-panel blood test to create the perfect combination of supplements to help you achieve optimal well-being.

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5 Ways to Strengthen Your Immune System

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Woman eating a healthy diet for a strong immune system.Your immune system is vital to your body’s ability to function correctly. It works around the clock to keep you healthy. Unfortunately, it is also under constant attack by bacteria, foreign materials, and daily stressors. If it is too weak, it won’t properly defend your body, leading to infections, illnesses, and other complications. Thankfully, you can give your immune system the boost it needs by making 5 simple changes at home.

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Can Hormone Imbalances Suppress My Immune System?

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Woman not feeling well needing hormone therapy. Your body relies on hormones to function its best. They act as chemical messengers that regulate many processes in your body. From head to toe, they are essential for proper growth, development, reproduction, metabolism, and more. Unfortunately, there are times when you can experience hormone imbalances, such as from stress, illness, or aging. No matter the cause, you’ll notice several changes to your body’s performance and how you’re feeling. In fact, you might even catch colds more often. Hormone therapy can give your immune system a boost to fight common illnesses.

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Treat Your Aging Veins with Sclerotherapy

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Your veins are an essential component of your circulatory system. They transport blood and nutrients throughout your body to the heart and lungs. The low-pressure system relies on muscle contractions to allow blood to return to your heart. Over the years, your veins will change in many ways, some of which might make them stand out a bit more. It’s easy to feel insecure about their changing appearance, but you don’t need to live with the results. Vein therapy might be an option for you. Age and Your Veins There are various types of veins in your body, each with different roles. No matter their purpose, there are certain factors in life that will cause them to change, like age. Unfortunately, your veins can weaken and experience damage as time passes because they become less flexible and have less elasticity. As a result, when their walls expand, they may not be able to return to their natural shape. As your veins lose their flexibility, it can prevent the valves from shutting correctly. This can cause the blood to flow backward through the open valve instead of forward as it should. The blood will naturally collect at the lowest points in your body, like the legs and ankles. In addition to causing swelling, your veins will be more obvious. Varicose and Spider Veins Varicose veins are caused by pooling of blood from damaged valves. This causes the veins to swell and bulge near the surface of the skin. In addition, spider veins might also occur, which are smaller and thinner than those that are varicose. No matter the type, it’s easy to feel insecure about their appearance. Thankfully, you can turn back the clock with sclerotherapy. Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins Sclerotherapy treats spider veins and smaller varicose veins using a special solution. It’s injected directly into the vein which causes the tissue to swell. This restricts blood flow through the vein, making it collapse and shrink. Over the next several weeks, the veins are naturally absorbed by the body, resolving their unsightly appearance. On average, the treatment has an 80% success rate of significantly reducing or eliminating the appearance of veins. It can take 3-6 weeks to see results; however, larger veins may require up to 4 months. Depending on the results you want to achieve, you might need multiple sessions to reach your goals. Treat Your Aging Veins Vein therapy is recommended for patients between the ages of 30 to 60 who have spider veins or smaller varicose veins on their legs. If you’re ready to say goodbye to your unwanted bulging veins, it’s time to see if you’re a candidate for sclerotherapy. About Dr. Connie Casad Dr. Connie Casad is board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology; however, she also offers various procedures to help her patients look and feel their best. She uses the latest treatments and techniques to treat varicose and spider veins, like sclerotherapy. If you’re interested in vein therapy, contact our office today to schedule your consultation. Your veins are an essential component of your circulatory system. They transport blood and nutrients throughout your body to the heart and lungs. The low-pressure system relies on muscle contractions to allow blood to return to your heart. Over the years, your veins will change in many ways, some of which might make them stand out a bit more. It’s easy to feel insecure about their changing appearance, but you don’t need to live with the results. Vein therapy might be an option for you.

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Boost Your Immune System to Fight COVID-19

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Preventing COVID-19 with a healthy immune system. As the country faces the COVID-19 pandemic, we are all thinking about ways we can protect ourselves from the virus. Although wearing face masks and washing your hands are important, there’s another factor to your wellness you should be utilizing – your immune system. As your body’s natural defense network, it’s your first level of protection to help fight coronavirus. How can you ensure your immune system is functioning its best? Here are 5 factors that contribute to a strong immune system.

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Are Wrinkles Genetic?

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Older woman smiling after skin therapy. Over the years, your appearance naturally changes. Besides a few gray hairs, you’ll also notice wrinkles and fine lines. Although everyone has a few appear as they age, have you ever noticed that even people who are of the same age can have a vastly different amount of wrinkles? While there are many factors that contribute to their development, research shows genetics can also play a role in

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5 Concerns of High-Risk Patients, Answered

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Dr. Casad precautions for COVID-19.Americans are experiencing many changes in their lives because of the novel coronavirus; however, social distancing and facial masks aren’t the only concerns for some people. Instead, they must take extra precautions to stay healthy because they are particularly vulnerable to the virus. Symptoms of COVID-19 can vary widely in severity, and people who have certain pre-existing health conditions are at a significantly higher risk of developing severe and potentially deadly complications. What additional steps can immuno-compromised people take to protect themselves? Dr. Casad understands your concerns, and she has the answers you need to help you and your loved ones stay healthy.

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Invest in a Healthier Lifestyle with Lipo

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Fit woman wondering is lipo healthy.If diet and exercise weren’t enough to remove stubborn body fat, you have more options than ever to get the trim look you crave. Besides traditional liposuction, you might also be a candidate for SmartLipo. Although you’d like to treat your problem areas, it’s normal to ask, “Is lipo healthy?” While liposuction isn’t a magical means to lose weight, it can lead to a healthier lifestyle and there are some added health benefits. Rest assured, liposuction and SmartLipo are considered safe when performed by a trained professional.

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