Scott Patrick Cook MSW

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• Do I Have Celiac Disease?

  Celiac disease, non-tropical sprue, or gluten induced enteropathy does not always cause symptoms. It can either remain silent or produce symptoms.Silent celiac diseaseSilent celiac disease is that the disease does not present any symptoms, but if investigated, will show positive blood test results...

• Lifestyle Changes After Cervical Cancer

  Cervical cancer can be very daunting to a person. Once cancer is detected, the person goes through a lot of invasive surgeries, chemotherapies, radiation, and medications, which are not only physically draining but can also change the whole perspective of how one looks at their body. However, once...

• When to See Your Doctor About Back Pain

  One of the most common reasons why people visit their doctor is their back pain. According to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS), 8 out of 10 people have some type of back pain. The pain originates in the spine and can manifest in multiple forms. The...

• What is A Partial Seizure?

  Seizure is a brain abnormality which is caused by a surge in the brain’s electrical activity. It can affect the entire brain and can cause visual disturbances, muscle contractions and blackouts. Partial seizure is described as a seizure which happens in one area of the brain. Partial seizure may...

• What Can Cause Shortness of Breath (Dyspnea)?

  Shortness of breath is defined as the feeling of inability to breathe normally, hence producing a troublesome sensation. Such breathlessness is a distinct issue in every affected individual. Typically, if in an event of modest labor or any unexpected situation leads to a shortness of breath, it is...