Janice Litza, MD
Board Certified Family Medicine Physician
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How to
Recognize HPV in Men (Human Papillomavirus)
Genital human papillomavirus (HPV) is probably the most common sexually transmitted infection (STI), infecting almost all sexually active people at some point in their lives. Fortunately, there are more than 40 strains o...
How to
Recognize Trichomoniasis Symptoms (Men)
Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by a microscopic parasite, usually found in the vagina and urethral tissues. Although it affects both men and women, the symptoms are more frequent in women. ...
How to
Treat a Ganglion Cyst
Experts say ganglion cysts may go away on their own, but you may need medical treatment if your cyst is painful or interferes with your wrist movements. Ganglion cysts are round or oval fluid-filled lumps that develop on...
How to
Get Rid of MRSA
Experts agree that MRSA (Methicillin-resistant ''Staphylococcus aureus'') can be hard to treat and contain. It's a bacterial infection that doesn't respond well to the antibiotics usually used to fight infection. The inf...
Lowering Your SGPT (ALT) Levels and Improving Liver Health
The most effective, medically-backed ways to reduce SGPT and reverse or prevent liver damage Serum glutamate pyruvate transaminase (SGPT), now called alanine aminotransferase (ALT), is a liver enzyme that is vital for en...
How to
Differentiate Bacterial Tonsillitis and Viral Tonsillitis
Tonsillitis, or the inflammation of the tonsils, is a common cause of sore throats – especially in children and young adults. Tonsillitis is usually caused by a virus and resolves on its own, but about 15 – 30% of t...
How to
Diagnose Lupus
Studies show that lupus, an autoimmune disease, is most common in women from the ages of 15 to 44. It primarily affects the organs, such as the brain, skin, kidneys, and joints. Its symptoms often masquerade as signs of ...
How to
Tell a Viral from a Bacterial Infection
Experts note that while they have different causes, viral and bacterial upper respiratory infections have very similar symptoms. Testing or having a clinical evaluation is the only way to know the cause for sure, but thi...
How to
Bring a Cyst to a Head
Cysts are often found on the skin, breasts, ovaries, and kidneys. While they are usually harmless and go away on their own, they can be irritating or painful. You can try to treat cysts at home by bringing the cyst “to...
How to
Treat a Viral Infection
If you have a viral infection, you can't treat it with antibiotics, so the best way to get through it is to fight the symptoms. These can vary, but they usually include a cough, sore throat, runny nose, fever, chills, bo...
How to Shrink Your Prostate: Home & Medical Treatments
Manage your symptoms and find the best treatment option for you The prostate gland is a part of the male reproductive system that can enlarge with age, putting uncomfortable pressure on the urethra. This can cause urinar...
How to
Treat Molluscum (Molluscum Contagiosum)
Molluscum contagiosum is a viral infection that causes bumps/lesions that appear on various parts of the body. The bumps caused by the virus typically disappear on their own within six to 12 months, but in some cases it ...
How to
Treat Contact Dermatitis
Contact dermatitis often appears as red, itchy, irritating bumps over dry, cracked, or scaly skin. Your skin may or may not have a burning sensation and, in more severe cases, there may be blisters that ooze and crust ov...
How to
Recognize Hives (Rash)
Hives, which are also known as urticaria, are a reaction on your skin that causes itchy and swollen welts. The welts can range from small spots to large blotches that are several inches in diameter. The reaction has many...
How to
Treat Sweaty Hands
Many things can affect how much your hands sweat, including genetic factors and your activity level. If you have sweaty hands, there are some quick ways to deal with the problem. You can also try making lifestyle changes...
How to
Increase Your Sperm Count
Research shows that you are mostly likely to be fertile if your semen contains at least 15 million sperm per milliliter. If you're worried that your count may be too low, or if you've seen a doctor and been diagnosed wit...
How to
Spot Signs of High Cholesterol
High cholesterol rarely presents with visible signs and symptoms. There are rare cases in which there may be physical signs, such as around the eyes and/or over the tendons, but this occurs for the minority of people. No...
How to
Recognize Male Breast Cancer
Experts say breast cancer can affect people of any age, but it's most common in older people. Although male breast cancer is rare, it's important to watch for symptoms like breast lumps, skin changes, nipple changes, and...
How to
Perform the Epley Maneuver
Studies show that the Epley maneuver is effective for relieving dizziness caused by benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV). BPPV is a condition where pieces of calcium break free and float around in your inner ear, ...
How to
Apply a Tourniquet
Studies show that when used properly under the right circumstances, tourniquets can help control bleeding and save lives. A tourniquet isn't a long-term treatment, but if someone is seriously injured and bleeding profuse...
