While mothers in Texas may dream of having positive birth experiences when they go into labor with their babies, in reality there are a lot of things that can happen that can throw problems into their well-laid plans. Medical professionals must be ready to deal with a...
Did your bout of sepsis require a stay in the ICU?
Whether you were already in the hospital or had recently seen a doctor, you began to feel that something just wasn't right. As your condition began to deteriorate, doctors conducted an examination and diagnosed you with sepsis. By the time you received this diagnosis,...
Texas man dies because doctors miss medical emergency
Tragedy recently struck a Texas family when their 20-year-old son died from a highly unusual cause. The young man had choked on a bone while eating chicken nearly two weeks prior to his passing and experienced discomfort in his throat after the incident. The...
What risks are associated with forceps deliveries?
Obstetricians in Texas must be prepared to manage any problems or complications that may arise when their patients go into labor. Not only are they responsible for the lives of the women under their care, but they are also responsible for the health and safety of the...
Patients are their own best advocates at their doctors’ offices
Illness and injury can disrupt the lives of Texas residents. When health problems affect the ways that individuals engage with others, do their jobs and live their lives, they may turn to their doctors for help getting themselves back on track. In many situations, a...