Is your work wrecking your skin? Think about it - cold air blasting from the air conditioning during the summer, heat cranked up high in the winter, hunching over a computer or tablet all day, and not to mention stress! The workplace can be a source of skin irritation, but before you quit your job, call Dr. Alqulali to save your skin.
The tummy tuck is one of the most popular cosmetic surgery procedures in the United States. In fact, there were nearly 130,000 tummy tucks performed in the U.S. last year, a 2 percent increase over the previous year. If you're considering a tummy tuck procedure with Dr. Alqulali, read on to find out how you can benefit from this procedure and have a great experience after your surgery.
Three million women in England are living with stress urinary incontinence, but Lisa Stevens is not one of them.
Stevens, who had lived with the often-embarrassing symptoms of stress urinary incontinence for more than two decades, was recently cured of the condition through a laser vaginal-tightening procedure known as ThermiVa.
ThermiVa uses radiofrequency energy to cause the tissues of the vagina to contract.
Most people associate menopause with middle age, but, according to a new study by the Mayo Clinic published in the Journal of the North American Menopause Society, the typical symptoms of menopause such as hot flashes and night sweats can last beyond menopause into the 60s, 70s and 80s.
During the study, Mayo Clinic researchers collected data regarding menopause from nearly 5,000 women over the age of 60 who sought medical care for managing their menopause symptoms.
This number is significant as it may be representative of an unknown medical problem - and need - for women over 60.
Kylie Jenner just made major headlines after announcing to the world that she had all her lip fillers removed. While it is not certain exactly what motivated the popular reality star to do it, recent trends in cosmetic surgery show that women want to look more natural and less "pumped or plumped." Many women also want to skip the downtime of surgical procedures to get the look they want. Are you looking for a cosmetic procedure but want to look more natural? Look no further than cosmetic facial and body treatments from Infinity Medical Group.
Do you work out regularly? Hitting the gym a few times a week can be beneficial for a few reasons: weight loss, increased strength and muscle tone, and a boost in self-confidence. When you're working out, it is essential to work out your different muscle groups to keep toned and balanced. According to Dr. Alqulali, there is one specific set of muscle groups to exercise if you're experiencing stress urinary incontinence.
A new study funded by the National Institute of Health shows that depression in male partners may be a contributor to infertility.
Women who were depressed were not found to contribute to infertility, according to the study.
The study, published in the journal Fertility and Sterility, has also linked antidepressant medications known as non-selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or non-SSRIs, to an increased risk of early pregnancy loss in women who are undergoing infertility treatment.
Researchers at the University of Michigan are working to develop a pill designed to make tumors light up under infrared light. The goal of their research is to help eliminate unnecessary procedures for breast cancer patients.
Nearly one in eight women in the United States will develop invasive breast cancer, according to statistics from BreastCancer.org, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing the most reliable, complete and up-to-date information about breast cancer for patients and their families.
The organization anticipates 266,120 women in the U.S. will be diagnosed with a form of invasive breast cancer this year. Another 63,960 women will be diagnosed with non-invasive.
Liposuction is one of the most popular cosmetic surgery procedures performed in the United States. Despite its popularity, many people have questions about the body-sculpting procedure, its benefits and recovery. Here are some of the most common questions we hear about liposuction at Infinity Medical Group and their answers from Dr. Alqulali.
Do you look tired but feel rested? Do people think you look angry all the time? Does your face look older than your age? Are you having difficulty with your peripheral vision, making driving or reading difficult? Consider these questions and take a look in the mirror. Are your eyelids drooping? If so, it may be time to talk to Dr. Alqulali about blepharoplasty.
For many people, summer is not just about traveling to see the sights; it is also about cosmetic surgery. Hundreds of Americans leave the country each year to undergo low-cost cosmetic procedures or to have procedures that are unsanctioned in the United States. A new study published in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery shows that patients traveling to other countries for cosmetic surgery may get more than they bargained for - but in complications and costs.
Findings from a recent research study at the University of Massachusetts Amherst School of Public Health and Health Sciences suggest that walking for exercise can help increase a woman's ability to conceive.
The study found that women who kept a regular walking routine had a higher chance of getting pregnant than women who did not walk consistently or at all.
It seems like if a condition affected the health of over 70 percent of women, most people would know about it. But that isn't the case with uterine fibroids. These noncancerous growths in the uterus typically develop during a woman's childbearing years.
Statistics also show that uterine fibroids affect 80 to 90 percent of African-American women and 70 percent of Caucasian women.
Contributing factors to the development of uterine fibroids include age, being overweight or obese, family history of uterine fibroids and high blood pressure. Uterine fibroids are also more likely to develop in women who have never been pregnant compared to women who have been pregnant.
It may seem like spring has barely started, but we assure you, pool season is just around the corner. In one of our recent blogs we talked about eliminating hair around the bikini line and other areas. Now we want to talk about another way to get swimsuit ready this season.
Do you find yourself wearing a bathing suit with a skirt attached? Board shorts instead of bikini bottoms? Or are you avoiding the pool altogether because you are self-conscious about your labia? You're not alone. Many women are opting to have labia reduction and reshaping procedures because they are uncomfortable with the appearance of their genitals.
There is no doubt that cosmetic surgery is a growing industry. New statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons' annual report, Plastic Surgery Statistics, show there is no slowdown in sight. More than 17 million cosmetic procedures were performed in 2017 alone. The demand for procedures increases each year for many types of procedures. Dr. Alqulali performs cosmetic surgery and is the trusted provider of cosmetic services for many women.
Breast-reduction surgery was in demand in 2017, according to new statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.
The breast-reduction procedure surgically removes unwanted fat, skin and glandular tissue to bring oversized or pendulous breasts into better proportion with the rest of the body.
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New medicines may mean the end of menopausal hot flashes.
Scientists at the Imperial College London have tested a new class of experimental drugs that help to reduce the severity and frequency of hot flashes in menopausal women by almost 75 percent in only three days.
The research was a new analysis of data gathered through a 2017 clinical trial.
The Imperial College London researchers found that these new medications also improved sleep and the ability to focus for users in the three-day period.
Do you love Botox? You're not alone. Over 7.2 million Botox procedures were performed in 2017, making it the No. 1 minimally invasive cosmetic procedure last year. Dr. Alqulali offers Botox to patients who want to look younger quickly and prevent future wrinkles from forming.
Haven't tried it yet? What are you waiting for? Find out all you need to know about Botox in this blog.
The hormonal changes of menopause bring on a lot of changes for your body, including hot flashes, mood swings, unwanted body hair and unexplained weight gain that may not respond to even the most strenuous workout routines. But changing your diet during menopause can help prevent weight gain, improve your health and minimize your menopause symptoms.
Lab-grown human eggs may lead to new treatments for infertility.
In a first-of-its-kind study, researchers from the U.S. and the U.K. revealed their success at growing human eggs to a mature state using early-stage ovarian tissue.
The study authors collected ovarian tissue samples from 10 women during elective Cesarean section surgery. The patients donating the tissue were around the same age and at the end of their pregnancies.
