Finding a primary care provider is important for people of all ages, from newborns to senior citizens and everyone in between. Your PCP is a highly trained professional who will monitor your health and address health concerns as they arise, after all. Staying on top of your well-being with the help of your PCP will […]
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle involves more than visiting the doctor when you are sick. It is also about working with a primary care doctor to identify your health concerns and take proactive measures to protect your well-being. However, not all primary care providers can effectively protect your health. Have you been grappling with one […]
Some people use the terms general practice and internal medicine interchangeably. It is true that both internal medicine and general practice doctors serve as primary care providers for their patients. They are the first point of contact for wellness and preventive medicine services and non-emergency illnesses and injuries. However, internists and general practitioners (GPs) […]
Most people have heard of the term “internist,” but they might not know what it is until they need one. Doctors of internal medicine specialize in diseases of the internal organs, including the heart, lungs, liver, and kidneys. They understand not only how each organ is impacted but also how different organs interact. Their […]
Everyone is constantly managing different aspects of their lives. From work to family to maintaining their own health and well-being, it feels like there’s always something to take care of. Unfortunately, when it comes to hormones, even the slightest imbalance can cause big problems. If you’re struggling with a hormonal imbalance, don’t worry — you’re […]
Healthcare has a wide range of specialties, and internal medicine is among the most common. An internal medicine doctor sees adult patients for wellness visits and to diagnose and treat a broad range of conditions. Most patients see internal medicine physicians, also known as internists, when they first have a healthcare concern. They serve as […]
Hormonal imbalance in men Hormonal imbalance in men is very common. It can affect testosterone, men’s primary sex hormone, or any other hormone that helps the body function properly. To give you an idea of the scope of this issue, around 10 million men in the United States are affected by “andropause.” This is when […]
Hormone replacement therapy is a common way that medical professionals help their patients deal with the effects of aging. The treatment has been around for generations, and it’s widely available for both men and women at many places, including our Matthews, N.C. healthcare facility. Symptoms of a Hormone Imbalance Depending on various factors, a doctor […]
When it comes to certain medical issues, we understand that talking about them can be embarrassing. At Matthews Internal Medicine, however, we want to make sure that our patients know that they can talk to us about all of their medical problems, even the more embarrassing ones. Whether you have a question about body odor, […]
COVID-19 is still affecting all of us, but at Matthews Internal Medicine we want to make sure that our patients can still get the medical assistance that they need at our internal medicine practice. We’re doing everything we can to treat anyone who needs help, but we’re also staying aware of CDC guidelines and local ordinances. […]