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By Lauren R. Rosecan, M.D., Ph.D., F.A.C.S. – A macular pucker (also called an epiretinal membrane) is a layer of scar tissue that grows on the surface of the retina, particularly the macula, which is the part of your eye responsible for detailed, central vision. The macula is the small area at the center of the eye’s retina that allows …

Vacationing to new places gets you out of your routine – that’s the fun! Nonetheless late meals, unfamiliar food, being more active than usual, and different time zones can all interrupt diabetes self-management. Plan so you can count on more fun and less concern on the way and when you get to your destination. Before You Leave – Visit your …

By Alan J. Bauman, MD, ABHRS Hairline receding? Seeing more scalp shining through? Lost your self-confidence when you look in the mirror? Looking for a way to feel and look more youthful and attractive? If you answered ‘yes’ then you are one of the nearly 80 million Americans having to deal with aging hair and hair loss. As a progressive …

Despite their intense focus on CBD and THC, cannabis researchers may be overlooking something really important. And it’s surprising that they’re overlooking it, because it really stinks. We’re talking terpenes: those volatile organic compounds that wafted through your dorm, way back when, and now make you feel a little woozy when the budtender pops the lid on a jar of …

Are you struggling with an illness or injury that is negatively impacting your overall quality of life? Have you tried various methods to heal your body without success? If you are searching for a natural, effective, and non-invasive treatment for reclaiming your overall health and body function, the professionals here at MD Beauty Labs can help. We offer cutting-edge exosomes …

In today’s world of cell phones, tablets, video games, streaming, and more…we are constantly bombarded with information from electronic devices. The question on everyone’s mind…are electronics changing the brain? While this topic is somewhat controversial and has been the cause of many debates, we are hoping to simplify the information by looking at two different areas. The first area being …

By Alan J. Bauman, MD, ABHRS FALLing follicles? You aren’t alone. Over 80 million men and women in the U.S. are battling some degree of hair loss. While genetics play a key role in many hair loss cases, it’s important to realize there may be other contributing factors as well. In fact, there are a host of other issues that …

By federal law, possessing cannabis (mariju*na) is illegal in the United States unless it is used in approved research settings. Yet, a growing number of states, territories, and the District of Columbia have passed laws to legalize medical mariju*na. Cannabis contains cannabinoids, also called phytocannabinoids, which cause drug-like effects in the body, including the central nervous system and the immune …

By Lauren R. Rosecan, M.D., Ph.D., F.A.C.S. Bell’s palsy is a nerve problem that affects the muscles of your face. It causes weakness or partial paralysis of the muscles on one side of your face. With Bell’s palsy, your eyelid may not close properly and your smile may seem uneven. Bell’s palsy usually affects adults only. It is more likely …

Stress is something that cannot be avoided. In fact, a healthy stress-response mechanism plays a role in everything we do to survive and thrive. The original definition of stress by Hans Selye, who coined the term as it is presently used, was, “the non-specific response of the body to any demand for change”. This poses the very important questions: how …