Doctor Dictionary
A continuation of your doctor's appointment, Doctor Dictionary is based on real questions asked by real patients during real appointments. Hosted by Dr. Josh Fletcher and Jake Blum, our goal is to help you understand exactly why your doctor asked what they asked and answer any burning questions you had or have thought of since your appointment. Welcome to Doctor Dictionary. Twitter: @TheDrDictionary Email: thedoctordictionary@gmail.com
Episodes
In this episode, we discuss:
Are there different types of vertigo? 1:21
What causes BPPV? 2:43
Why do I get BPPV? 3:37
What are the symptoms of BPPV? 3:51
Does BPPV usually only happen once or does it recur? 4:51
Is BPPV dangerous? 5:20
What physical exam is done for BPPV? 5:59
How do you treat BPPV? 7:01
Do I feel completely better after these maneuvers? 8:12
Does BPPV go away on its o...
In this episode, we discuss:
What is a concussion? 1:07
Is a concussion a brain bruise? 2:10
How common are concussions? 2:26
What are common ways to get a concussion? 2:54
What are the symptoms of concussions? 3:20
What are the signs of something more serious? 4:45
What should I do if I have any worrisome symptoms? 5:35
What should I tell my doctor about my concussion? 5:49
How long do sy...
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In this episode, we interview Jennifer Otley, a certified Diabetes Educator and Registered Dietician at the North York Family Health Team. We discuss:
How does diet affect blood sugar? 1:54
Do I need to cut out all carbs from my diet? 3:47
When is the best time to eat my meals? 4:28
Should I be counting carbs? 5:03
Are some carbs better than others? 6:30
What is the glycemic index? 7:20
What is con...
In this episode, we interview Kate Carey, a Diabetes Nurse Educator at the North York Family Health Team. We discuss:
How important is exercise in controlling blood sugars? 1:50
What are the other benefits of exercise in diabetes? 3:43
How much should I be exercising? 4:48
Is exercise safe in diabetes? 9:44
What are common myths about exercise in diabetes? 12:35
Take home message on exercise in diabete...
In this episode, we discuss:
What is hypoglycaemia? 2:04
What are the symptoms of hypoglycaemia? 2:33
What are the risks of developing hypoglycaemia? 3:07
What is the problem with hypoglycaemia? 3:57
Do I always know if my blood sugar is low? 4:18
What are some common causes of hypoglycaemia? 4:53
What is the treatment of hypoglycaemia? 5:43
How high does my blood sugar need to be before I can ...
In this episode, we discuss:
What are the complications of diabetes? 2:02
Why do these complications occur? 3:51
Why does diabetes cause heart disease? What are the symptoms? 4:26
Why does diabetes cause stroke? What are the symptoms? 5:22
Why does diabetes affect blood flow to the limbs? What are the symptoms? 6:18
What else increases my risk of complications? 7:16
How do we treat the complication...
In this episode, we discuss:
What is the non-medication treatment of diabetes? 2:05
What are some of the common medications used to treat diabetes? 3:48
Does everyone with diabetes need to be on medications? 4:45
How do you know if your diabetes is well-controlled? 5:34
What is metformin and what are the side effects? 6:11
What is Hemoglobin A1C? 7:09
What if my blood sugars are still high after st...
In this episode, we discuss:
Why are blood tests important in Diabetes? 2:10
What tests are done to check blood sugar? 2:47
How do you diagnose diabetes? 4:13
How do you diagnose prediabetes? 5:32
How often do you screen for diabetes? 6:03
Why do I need more blood work if I have already been diagnosed with diabetes? 6:47
How can I manage my blood sugars at home? 7:18
How do I know if my diabete...
In this episode, we discuss:
What actually is diabetes? 2:15
What is the differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes? 3:59
Are there other types of diabetes? 6:19
What are risks for developing diabetes? 7:23
Does everyone with insulin resistance develop diabetes? 9:02
How do I know if I have prediabetes or insulin resistance? 9:51
Does everyone with prediabetes develop diabetes? 10:33
What a...
In this episode, we interview Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) Faith Balshin. We address the following topics:
More about Faith Balshin: 1:35
What is psychotherapy? 3:31
What does it mean to be a registered psychotherapist in the qualifying category? 4:42
What is your role as a psychotherapist? 6:18
Is it normal to have multiple different therapists? 7:28
How has COVID-19 impacted people in your...
In this episode, we discuss:
What is the definition of eczema or dermatitis? 1:49
What are the symptoms of eczema? 3:15
Are there other kinds of eczema or dermatitis? 4:37
How common is eczema? 6:06
What are some risks for developing eczema? 6:23
What are some triggers for eczema? 6:46
Does eczema look the same in children and adults? 7:09
Can you outgrow eczema? 7:47
What problems can aris...
In this episode, we discuss:
What does TMJ stand for? 1:40
Are TMJ disorders common? 2:43
What conditions are associated with TMJ disorders? 3:18
Should I see my doctor if I have TMJ problems? 3:46
What are some risks for developing TMJ disorders? 4:21
What are the symptoms of TMJ disorders? 4:54
What are the different causes of TMJ disorders? 6:14
Are any special tests needed to diagnose TMJ d...
In this episode, we discuss:
What is Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)? 1:40
What causes PCOS? 3:02
What causes the actual cysts that develop on the ovaries? 4:41
What symptoms are caused by high levels of androgens? 5:38
What other conditions are associated with PCOS? 6:18
Why do I need blood work? 7:31
Is there any problem with having irregular periods? 8:07
Do diet and exercise actually hel...
In this episode, we discuss:
What is the 'emergency' in emergency birth control? 1:52
What should I do if I'm considering emergency birth control? 2:28
What are the different options for emergency birth control? 2:53
What is the morning after pill? 3:07
When is the morning after pill effective? 3:35
What is Plan B AKA Next Choice AKA Option 2 AKA NorLevo? 3:44
When is this effective?...
In this episode, we discuss:
What are the different kinds of birth control without hormones? 1:49
How effective is birth control without hormones? 3:45
What are the side effects of birth control without hormones? 5:55
What are some of the benefits of birth control without hormones? 6:21
What are IUDs (intrauterine devices) without hormones? 7:09
Why would I want a copper IUD instead of a IUD with hormo...
In this episode, we discuss:
What are the different types of birth control with hormones? 1:50
What are the non-pregnancy benefits of birth control with hormones? 2:28
When shouldn't someone use birth control with hormones? 3:24
Is birth control with hormones dangerous? 4:41
Do these methods of birth control prevent sexually transmitted infections (STIs)? 5:11
What are the side effects of hormones...
In this episode, we discuss:
What is contraception or birth control? 2:25
What are some different kinds of birth control? 3:03
Are some methods better than others? 4:06
How do these methods work? 5:58
What actually happens in the body when I get pregnant? 5:58
What are the hormones involved in pregnancy? How do they work? 7:41
What actually causes my period? 10:22
How does birth control with ho...
In this episode, we discuss:
What is an asthma attack or asthma exacerbation? 2:12
What are the symptoms of an asthma attack? 2:36
What are some risks for having an asthma attack? 3:14
How do I know if I'm having an asthma attack? 4:02
What should I do if I'm having an asthma attack? 4:46
What is done in the emergency department if I have an asthma attack? 5:24
Will I need to stay in the ...
In this episode, we discuss:
What is the definition of asthma? 1:47
How common is asthma? 2:30
What are the symptoms of asthma? 2:42
What makes these symptoms worse? 3:10
Is asthma the only cause of wheeze? 4:42
What factors increase my risk of developing asthma? 5:19
Are there conditions associated with asthma? 6:12
How is asthma diagnosed? 6:43
What is spirometry? 8:08
Are there any ...
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