The Blue Rock Journal

As men age, their prostate continues to grow and after the age of 60 years, 50% of men begin experiencing problems with urination.  The prostate can constrict or partially block the urethra, causing an increase in frequency of urination, incomplete emptying of the bladder, dribbling at the end of urinating, incontinence, weak stream and difficulty…

What are fibroids? Learn about the symptoms, detection, and treatment options. A major advance in women’s health care, now available. What are Uterine Fibroids? Uterine Fibroids are benign tumors that grow in the wall of the uterus. Fibroids can cause severe bleeding and pressure on pelvic organs. Fibroids range in size from as small as…

Varicose Veins occur when the valves inside your veins stop working. To prevent your blood from flowing backward in your veins there is a valve. This valve closes after the blood passes through. When the valve weakens or becomes damaged, the blood will not flow in the right direction. This can cause a bulge in…

What Is Calcium Build Up? Calcium build up is plaque in and on your artery walls. This restricts your blood flow and can cause problems throughout your life.  Calcium build up can cause heart disease, heart attacks, cancer, osteoporosis, kidney stones, kidney failure, and strokes.  The process of this disease most commonly starts after your…

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