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Dr. Madelein C. Shafferman
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<p>Dr. Madelein Shafferman is a naturopathic physician practicing in Chandler, AZ. Dr. Shafferman specializes in proactive prevention and treatment. Dr. Shafferman combines holistic healing methods with traditional solutions to medical disorders. Providing both individual and family care, the most common ailments treated are digestive issues, chronic pain, obesity, heart disease, hormone imbalance, menopausal symptoms, autoimmune diseases and fatigue. Naturopathic Physicians place a strong emphasis on natural remedies that add to the broad spectrum of remedies available.</p>
7 years
Experience
Dr. Madelein C. Shafferman
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Does surgery for Lordosis work?
There are many degrees of severity for lordosis so depending upon severity surgery may be a good option.
Does being a type 2 diabetic increase my chances of getting covid-19?
According to the CDC, type 2 diabetes falls in the high risk category.
What happens if blood sugar gets too low while sleeping?
The body will often respond by releasing cortisol and waking you up since the body will be under stress with too low of blood sugar. If you find you are waking in the middle of READ MORE
The body will often respond by releasing cortisol and waking you up since the body will be under stress with too low of blood sugar. If you find you are waking in the middle of the night you can always try to eat a snack (protein or fat based) before bed to help you get through the night without low blood sugar. If you are a Type 1 or Type 2 diabetic and you find this problem recurrently, talk to your doctor.
What is the first aid treatment for hypoglycemia?
The first aid for hypoglycemia would be glucose. Ideally something that is readily available such as a sugary drink.
How do you get rid of tinnitus?
Tinnitus is difficult to treat but sometimes acupuncture can be very helpful! Find an acupuncturist in your area and give it a try.
How long does it take to treat anemia?
This depends on the severity of anemia and type of anemia. It's important to find the cause to your anemia.
Can a person with diabetes eat whole grain pasta?
People with Type 2 diabetes can eat whole grain pasta but there are better options out there to maintain better blood sugar control such as forms of protein pasta or alternative READ MORE
People with Type 2 diabetes can eat whole grain pasta but there are better options out there to maintain better blood sugar control such as forms of protein pasta or alternative pastas such as veggie-based noodles or spaghetti squash.
How can I stop kidney pain?
It's important to find the cause and treat the cause to stop the pain. Reach out to a doctor to find the cause if you have not already.
What lung diseases cause shortness of breath?
Many lung diseases can cause shortness of breath. You can have shortness of breath with COPD, pneumonia, allergies, lung cancer, anxiety, anemia, asthma, heart conditions, embolism, READ MORE
Many lung diseases can cause shortness of breath. You can have shortness of breath with COPD, pneumonia, allergies, lung cancer, anxiety, anemia, asthma, heart conditions, embolism, inhalation injuries, etc.
Coronavirus question?
The best practice is to practice social distancing and stay at home. Especially those who fall into high risk categories including patients 60 years and older, patients that are READ MORE
The best practice is to practice social distancing and stay at home. Especially those who fall into high risk categories including patients 60 years and older, patients that are immunocompromised or those with pre-existing conditions such as diabetes or hypertension.
Which doctor does lipoma removal?
Some dermatologists will remove lipomas depending on location and size the lipoma. Other doctors such as general surgeons will remove lipomas and some primary care physicians READ MORE
Some dermatologists will remove lipomas depending on location and size the lipoma. Other doctors such as general surgeons will remove lipomas and some primary care physicians will also remove lipomas depending on location and size.
What kind of food should I eat if I have gastritis?
If you have gastritis you should AVOID spicy or acidic foods. You should eat foods that are easy to digest and consider foods and teas that are soothing to the mucosa such as READ MORE
If you have gastritis you should AVOID spicy or acidic foods. You should eat foods that are easy to digest and consider foods and teas that are soothing to the mucosa such as slippery elm gruel or slippery elm tea.
What does it mean when your thyroid gland hurts?
You may have an autoimmune disease such as Hashimoto's Thyroiditis or Grave's disease. You may have a goiter. You may have nodules that are over-producing or it could be another READ MORE
You may have an autoimmune disease such as Hashimoto's Thyroiditis or Grave's disease. You may have a goiter. You may have nodules that are over-producing or it could be another problem. Please see a doctor in office.
Can diabetics eat brown sugar?
To maintain best blood sugar regulation, diabetics should avoid brown sugar.
