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In honor of military veterans everywhere, we present this week's episode where we discuss the basics of the Veteran's Health Administration. 

Today we have the pleasure of speaking with Leslie Krongold who was diagnosed as an adult with Myotonic dystrophy. Symptoms of this condition usually include muscle weakness in the face, hands, or legs. In severe cases people may also experience respiratory muscle weakness, abnormal heartbeat, or muscle pain.  Leslie is a podcaster as well, you can find her at http://glasshalffull.online

On this week's episode we review some basic safety tips to keep your Halloween more enjoyable.  After all injuries can ruin a holiday.  

On this episode we discuss Narcolepsy with Jennifer Martin.  Jennifer has been diagnosed with this sleeping disorder and is very excited to share her experiences with us and our listeners.  Narcolepsy is a disabling sleep disorder whereby individuals have excessive daytime sleepiness, or a constant urge to sleep, because their sleep is fragmented, meaning that we do not go through the usual cycles...

On this episode we discuss Idiopathic Hypersomnia with Diana.  Idiopathic hypersomnia, is a neurological sleep disorder that can affect many aspects of a person's life. Symptoms often begin between adolescence and young adulthood and develop over weeks to months. People with IH have a hard time staying awake and alert during the day (chronic excessive daytime sleepiness, or EDS). They may fall asl...

On this episode we speak with Gina who while recently celebrated a one year liver transplant anniversary, had a total hip replacement.  Her hip required replacement because of osteoarthritis.

On this episode we speak with Marisa Zeppieri about Lupus. Marisa Zeppieri is the Founder/Editor in Chief of LupusChick,  in addition to being a decade-long journalist and author,  otherwise known as The Lupus Chick.  Lupus is a chronic autoimmune and inflammatory disease. In a patient with Lupus, the immune system that was originally designed to protect the body turns against itself. This in turn...

This week we speak with Lisa Kinsella is the Founder & CEO of LUWI (stands for Let Us Wear It). LUWI is the opposite-of-a-condom made for women. Following a breast cancer diagnosis, divorce and reorganization of her life, Kinsella followed the advice of physicians to avoid contraceptives with hormones. The mother of two was seeking a pill or device that would be effective at preventing pregnancy a...

On this week's episode we interview one of our co-hosts, Jean Marie.  While serving on active duty with the Army, Jean Marie experienced a traumatic brain injury that went misdiagnosed for several years.  

In this episode, we discuss the ongoing health problems that 1st Responders to the 9/11 attacks continue to face.  Our guest, Dr. David Prezant, is the Chief Medical Officer at the Office of Medical Affairs for the Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY). Dr. Prezant directs all medical protocol development for both day-to-day operations and homeland security issues.  He is also Co-Director...

On this week's episode we speak with Valerie Landis .  Valerie is the host of the Eggology Club Podcast, writer of the Blog Eggsperience and nominee for a WEGO Health Award .  Valerie discusses her decision to undergo cryopreservation of own eggs, and why she believes it is a good option for many women.  

On this episode we speak with one of our favorite guests, Sheila.  Sheila developed surgical adhesions years after the surgical delivery of her twins.  Adhesions can be fatal and often require additional surgical intervention.

On this weeks episode we speak with Sheila a mother of three who delivered through an abdominal birth.  Even if you are planning on a vaginal birth, surgical intervention may be required for the health safety and welfare of the mother and/ or baby/babies.  

In this episode we had the pleasure of speaking with Bob.  Bob lives in Wisconsin, with his lovely lady Sue, and their Huskies: Sasha and Tanner.  Bob has recently had a cholecystectomy (or in layman terms, he had his gallbladder removed).  

On this week's episode we learn about the autoimmune disorder, Hashimoto's.  Our guest, Jodi, is an international traveler, with an interest in scuba diving.  Hashimoto's is the most common cause of hypothyroidism in the United States.  It is also called chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis or autoimmune thyroiditis.  It is characterized by a chronic inflammation of the thyroid.  Jodi uses diet and exe...

On this week's episode we learn that there are many forms of migraines, some migraines occur without head pain.  Our hosts Jean Marie & Lita have had migraines for many years, Jean's have been constant and much more intense due to her brain injury in the Army.  Little did they know how many forms there were!  Also discussed were some of the things Jean uses to relieve hers including how she gets t...

In this week's episode we have the honor of interviewing two of societies real life hero's?  Mike and Sheila are raising a family that not too many years ago would have been impossible.  Combined with the newest high-tech medicine has to offer! and this mom & dad's determination and strength, there are three beautiful children living a seemingly carefree childhood- not knowing the superhuman effor...

On this weeks episode we speak with the delightful and charismatic Brittany regarding her recent ovarian cyst removal.  Brittany had one of the most common types of Ovarian Cysts, known as a Follicular cyst.  While these cysts may resolve on their own, surgery sometimes is necessary.   

Transcripts for this show are below pic: On this episode of PodcastDX we get a physician's perspective on medical cannabis.  This is part three of our medical cannabis series.  Our guest, Dr. Robert Weil, D.P.M. specializes in orthotics, sports medicine, and podiatric medicine.  He also hosts a radio show and co-authored the book #Hey Sports Parents.   Episode 15 Medical Cannabis Dr Weil.mp3   Lit...

Transcript for this episode is found below the pic: On this episode of PodcastDx we get the dope on medical cannabis from Budtender Alex. A Budtender can help guide customers through the hazy world of medical marijuana.  Feel free to ask them any questions you have, alot extra time for your first visit so you can get the "420" on product lines, methods of delivery and strain specifics. This cash o...

Transcript for this episode is found under the pic   Ron is a co-host of PodcastDX, he was injured as a child when he was struck by an automobile.  He survived the critical injuries but a permanent deficit of his brachial plexus nerve bundle remained.  Although he does not have the use of his right arm, he continues to take on challenge after challenge.  His latest goal is to compete in the 2020 P...

Transcript for the show is found below the pic: In this episode we are first have a forum discussion covering the terms used in medical cannabis.  The PodcastDX co-hosts will talk briefly about the terminology to familiarize you with some of the terms.  Then we move directly into an interview with a patient who has recently been prescribed medical cannabis.  We get some background into how a new p...

Transcript for this show are below pic: Episode 11 features Tatum, an up and coming vocal artist and musical theater star from the Chicago suburbs.  Tatum has stared in over 2 dozen performances in her life and was at risk of losing it all when she developed nodules on her vocal cords during High School.  Listen to this episode to hear how she overcame this obstacle and if we are lucky we will be...

Episode transcript is below pic. Rayna Marie is a college student ready to start teaching next fall.  She shared her story with us on the parasite that took up residence in her eye!     PodcastDX Toxoplasmosis Episode 10.mp3   Ron [00:00:16] Hello and welcome to podcast dx. The show that brings you interviews with people just like you whose lives were dforever changed by a medical diagnosis.   Lit...

Transcript is after pic below. In episode 9 we will be discussing LUPUS, an autoimmune disease with Ann S..   Ann was diagnosed approximately 10 years ago after suffering the previous 25 years with Rheumatoid Arthritis.  Both are Autoimmune diseases, one affecting the joints, the other (LUPUS) can affect various parts of the body.  Please listen to her story, and see the LUPUS Episode 9 Resource P...