Sexually transmitted infections, more commonly known as STI’s, are infections contracted through intercourse with someone who is already infected. STI’s are also referred to as STD’s or sexually transmitted diseases. While many think there is a difference between the two acronyms, they can be used interchangeably. Medically speaking, an infection
Let’s face it. Phone tag is a big problem in healthcare. You need to get a message to your doctor. Yet, your doctor is often busy seeing patients, so you speak to someone else who takes a message. You hope nothing you said is lost in translation. And perhaps you
San Diego based Primary & Urgent Care provider, Perlman Clinic, has officially launched PocketDoc, a new iPhone App for virtual Urgent Care visits. You probably know Perlman Clinic for its 7, soon to be 9, Primary & Urgent Care locations throughout San Diego. Now, with PocketDoc, Perlman Clinic can also
The urinary system is comprised of three main parts: the urethra, kidneys, and bladder. An infection to any of these parts is known as a urinary tract infection. The first part to get infected is the urethra. This is the urinary tract opening that connects to the bladder. If bacteria
Urgent Care is almost always cheaper than a visit to the emergency room. You should generally choose to go to the emergency room if you are seriously injured, you have a life-threatening condition or are in great pain, or if advised to do so by your physician. Otherwise, you can
If you live in Southern California, then you are familiar with the airborne allergens that are floating around everywhere. The common allergies are seasonal allergies, indoor allergies, and nasal allergies. Out of all the cities in this region, San Diego has the most reported cases of allergies and allergy-related symptoms.
The wellness community and the staff at Perlman Clinic/ has been talking a lot about the benefits of good bacteria which exists in our body’s gut. This has sparked an increased interested in consuming probiotic supplements. However, many people still don’t understand what good bacteria does. Researchers are discovering that
Perlman Clinic’s New Downtown La Jolla Office Perlman Clinic has opened its newest location in Downtown La Jolla. It is located on the ground floor of the Wall Street Building at 7855 Ivanhoe Avenue, Suite 110, La Jolla, Ca. 92037. Initially, Perlman Clinic – Downtown La Jolla will be open
Let’s face it, this time of year it is very common for people to come down with colds and possibly the flu. Many of those suffering will visit their doctor with fevers, nagging coughs, body aches and pains. If you are someone who thinks a cold or flu will pass
While the holiday season is in the air, the nights are getting longer, the days are getting shorter, and people are gearing up to decorate their homes and yards with Christmas Cheer! This is also the season when cases of the flu start creeping up causing issues for all. Kids
