Dr. Nydia Nunez-Estrada’s Story Archive

Losing Weight is First Step in Battle Against Diabetes

Diabetes has become a growing concern for physicians across the country. There is rarely a day that goes by that we don’t have a patient come in and talk to us about this condition, which, if left untreated, can greatly increase the risk for heart disease, stroke, kidney damage, blindness … Read More

Signs and Symptoms of Hepatitis

In this month’s column I want to highlight the medical condition hepatitis, which often can be difficult to detect but can lead to severe consequences. These consequences include jaundice, anorexia and bodily discomfort. Hepatitis results in the inflammation of the liver and potentially liver cell damage and destruction when not diagnosed … Read More

Oral health: An indicator of overall health

Many of us start and end the day by brushing our teeth. Good dental and oral habits are important to maintaining healthy teeth, gums and tongue. What many might not understand is the importance that your oral health has on the rest of your body. Like many areas of the … Read More

Healthy Holiday Eating Tips

Holidays are a time when families come together and share in the good feelings of the season. Holidays are also a time when families cook a lot of good tasting food that isn’t so good for your body. Over half of all people in the United States gain weight during … Read More

Flu Vaccine Important for People of All Ages

As a physician, I often see patients coming into my office with fevers, aches, chills and other troublesome symptoms. These cases often rise in the winter and early spring as the flu season grips Indiana. While washing your hands, eating healthy and limiting your contact with potential germs can help, … Read More