Mr. James Kent Bredenkamp MD

The medical field is full of stories of mystery and hope. These real-life examples of people finding answers about what ails them and learning to cope with health changes helps others to meet their own challenges. One such story is that of Charcandrick West, the star running back of the Kansas City...

Croup in AdultsAlthough croup is commonly observed in children who are 6 months to 3 years old, it is also possible for adults to get the infection in rare cases. Croup is a viral respiratory infection caused by human parainfluenza viruses (HPIVs). However, other causes of croup may include...

Epilepsy is a serious condition that needs safe and appropriate treatment. The goal of treatment is to lessen or eliminate the occurrence of seizures.Once an exact diagnosis has been made, each treatment options will be explored. Treatment depends on the type of epilepsy a person has and treatment...

Introduction Pyrexia is the medical term for fever, in which the human body temperature rises above the average normal (37 degrees Celsius or 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit). Pyrexia is one of the most common symptoms of numerous medical conditions.There are multiple factors can affect the normal body...

IntroductionAlthough doctors have the best intentions, it does not always mean that they will perfectly recognize their patient’s greatest need. For this reason, patients also need to take an active role when it comes to communicating with their doctor.One of the best ways to make sure that...

What is anemia?Anemia occurs when there are low levels of red blood cells (RBCs) in the body. Red blood cells are the ones that carry oxygen all over the body. So when a person's RBC count is lower than normal, it means that there is not enough oxygen in the blood, causing symptoms of anemia, such...