According to a 2018 study published in the JAMA journal, up to 80% of all patients withhold information or lie to their doctors. The reasons range from not wishing to be lectured or judged to avoiding embarrassment or wanting to be liked by their healthcare provider. However, it is important to be … [Read more...]

When most people hear the word ultrasound, they immediately think of pregnancy. While common, fetal imaging isn't the only way ultrasounds are helpful for patient care. Using sound waves, ultrasounds are a non-invasive way to create an image of a patient's internal organs and structure. This is … [Read more...]

Poor liver function or liver failure occurs when the liver isn't functioning well enough to carry out its functions effectively. Fortunately, there are several effective ways to improve your liver function. Here are a few: Reduce Alcohol Consumption for Liver Function The liver is in … [Read more...]

Despite your best efforts to stay safe and healthy, injuries and medical issues can happen when you least expect them. When they do, people often struggle to decide whether to visit a San Antonio emergency room or an urgent care center since both handle emergency health problems.  When Should … [Read more...]

Tests for liver function involve testing the blood to diagnose liver diseases and determine how well the liver carries out its normal functions. Some tests will measure the level of specific proteins in your blood. Others will check for the presence and amount of enzymes produced by liver cells in … [Read more...]