Morelia Medical Clinic

Morelia Medical Clinic At Morelia Clinic in El Monte, Doctors and Staff are dedicated to bring the excellent medical care t Morelia Medical Clinic is a Family Medical Clinic.

We take pride in taking great care of entire families in El Monte and surrounding areas. We specialize in the following fields: Internal Medicine/ Senior Care, OB/Gyn and Pediatrics. Services we provide include, but are not limited to: FREE pregnancy tests, FREE STD checkis and Birth Control, FREE care during your pregnancy, FREE vaccination and physicals for children of all ages. We treat patients with Dibetes, Hypertension, High Cholesterol, Asthma, COPD and many other conditions. Patient Assistance Program for FREE diabetes and high blood pressure medication is available for those who qualify. We take all insurances and have low prices for those who are uninsured.

12/05/2025

🍎 Understanding Diabetes: Genetics, Lifestyle & Stress
Diabetes isn’t caused by just one thing—it’s the result of a combination of genetics, daily habits, and even emotional health.

🔬 Genetic Factors:
If diabetes runs in your family, your risk is higher. But genes are just part of the picture.

🏃‍♂️ Lifestyle Choices:
Poor diet, lack of physical activity, being overweight, and smoking can all raise your risk of type 2 diabetes.

😥 Stress & Mental Health:
Chronic stress increases cortisol levels, which can disrupt blood sugar control and lead to unhealthy eating patterns.

💡 Tips to Take Control Through Education:
✅ Learn about blood sugar and how food affects it
✅ Eat balanced meals—limit processed carbs and sugars
✅ Exercise regularly to improve insulin sensitivity
✅ Manage stress through mindfulness, breathing, or hobbies
✅ Stay on top of checkups and blood sugar screenings
✅ Educate yourself—knowledge is power in prevention

📘 Educating yourself and your family is the first step toward a healthier, longer life.

Take charge of your health today—your future self will thank you.

12/04/2025

🍊 Boost Your Health with Tangerines & Vitamin C!

Small fruit, BIG benefits!

Tangerines are packed with vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant that helps:

✅ Strengthen your immune system
✅ Support healthy skin and collagen production
✅ Improve iron absorption
✅ Fight off inflammation
✅ Protect your gums and oral health

Plus, they’re low in calories, rich in fiber, and naturally sweet — the perfect healthy snack for any time of day!

So next time you crave something refreshing… grab a tangerine 🍊

12/03/2025

⚠️ The Hidden Dangers of Va**ng: What You Need to Know

Va**ng may look harmless, but the truth is e-cigarettes expose your lungs to dozens of toxic chemicals — many of which are linked to cancer, heart disease, and long-term lung damage.

Even “ni****ne-free” or flavored vapes can contain:
• Nickel, lead, and chromium (toxic metals that damage lung tissue)
• Cancer-causing chemicals like formaldehyde and acetaldehyde
• Ultrafine particles that go deep into your lungs
• Addictive ni****ne that harms the brain — especially in teens

🚫 Va**ng is not harmless.
Studies show va**ng can cause:
• Chronic coughing and shortness of breath
• Lung inflammation and scarring
• Weakened immune system in the lungs
• Increased cancer risk
• Heart and blood vessel damage
• Severe lung injury (EVALI)

Your lungs are designed to breathe clean air, not heated metals and chemicals.

✨ Protect your health. Protect your future.
If you or someone you love is trying to quit, talk to a doctor for safe and proven ways to stop va**ng.

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12/02/2025

Nosebleeds — What You Need to Know

Nosebleeds can look scary, but most of the time they’re harmless and easy to control. Here’s what to do:

👉 Sit up straight & lean forward
👉 Pinch the soft part of your nose for 10 minutes
👉 Apply a cold compress to the bridge of your nose
👉 Avoid leaning back or blowing your nose

See a doctor if:
⚠️ Bleeding lasts more than 20 minutes
⚠️ Nosebleeds happen often
⚠️ You’re on blood-thinning medication
⚠️ You had an injury and bleeding won’t stop

Keep your home air moist, stay hydrated, and avoid picking or scratching inside your nose — prevention matters! 🌿

12/01/2025

🩺 What Is Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)?

Chronic Disease is a long-term, progressive condition where the kidneys slowly lose their ability to filter waste and excess fluids from the blood.
It develops over months or years and often has no symptoms in early stages, which is why early detection is extremely important.

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⚠️ Symptoms of

Many people don’t feel symptoms until the kidneys are significantly damaged. When symptoms appear, they may include:

Early or Mild Symptoms
   •   Fatigue or low energy
   •   Trouble concentrating
   •   Loss of appetite
   •   Nausea or vomiting
   •   Swelling in feet, ankles, or around the eyes
   •   Dry, itchy skin
   •   Frequent urination, especially at night
   •   Foamy urine (sign of protein leakage)

Advanced Symptoms
   •   Muscle cramps
   •   High blood pressure
   •   Shortness of breath
   •   Persistent swelling (edema)
   •   Darkened skin
   •   Chest pain
   •   Little to no urine output

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🔍 Early Detection — What Tests Are Needed?

Early testing is crucial, especially if you have risk factors such as diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, or family history.

Doctors check for CKD using:
   •   Blood Test (Creatinine & eGFR): Measures how well kidneys filter.
   •   Urine Test (Protein or Albumin): Detects early kidney leakage.
   •   Blood Pressure Check: High BP damages kidneys.
   •   Ultrasound or Imaging: Looks at kidney size/structure when needed.

11/26/2025

Yawning is a normal, automatic reflex—and even though we all do it, science still doesn’t know every detail. But doctors and researchers agree on several key medical reasons:

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✅ Why Do We Yawn? (Medical Explanation)

1️⃣ Your Brain Needs More Oxygen

One of the strongest theories:
When CO₂ (carbon dioxide) levels rise in the blood or oxygen drops, the brain triggers a yawn to bring in a deep, rapid breath of fresh air, helping restore balance.

2️⃣ Cooling the Brain

Your brain works best at a precise temperature.
Yawning increases blood flow, pulls in cool air, and helps cool down the brain—similar to a fan preventing a computer from overheating.

A cooler brain = better focus and sharper thinking.

3️⃣ Resetting the Nervous System

Yawning activates the parasympathetic nervous system (the “rest and relax” system), helping the body shift from tension to calmness.

It’s like the brain’s natural reset button.

4️⃣ When You’re Tired or Bored

Your alertness drops → brain temperature rises → you yawn.
This explains why yawning is common:
   •   before bed
   •   after waking up
   •   during long meetings or classes
   •   when you’re understimulated

5️⃣ Contagious Yawning = Social Bonding

When someone yawns and you yawn too, it’s linked to:
   •   empathy
   •   emotional connection
   •   mirror neurons in the brain

It’s more common among close friends and family.

6️⃣ Medical Conditions That Increase Yawning

Excessive yawning may be linked to:
   •   fatigue
   •   anxiety
   •   sleep disorders (like sleep apnea)
   •   heart conditions
   •   medications (SSRIs, opioids)
   •   vagus nerve stimulation

But this is rare and only when yawning becomes excessive.

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⭐ In Summary

We yawn because the brain needs:

✔ more oxygen
✔ cooling
✔ a neurological reset
✔ increased alertness
✔ emotional connection with others

Yawning is completely normal—and actually good for you.

🎉Celebrating 25 years!🎉Thank you to our patients for your continued loyalty and trust.
11/25/2025

🎉Celebrating 25 years!🎉
Thank you to our patients for your continued loyalty and trust.

11/25/2025

🤧 What Is Sinus Pressure?

happens when the air-filled spaces around your nose, eyes, and forehead (your sinuses) become inflamed or blocked.
When mucus can’t drain properly, it builds up inside the sinus cavities, creating pressure, heaviness, and pain—especially when you bend forward.

🌀 Common Causes

✔️ Common cold
✔️ Allergies
✔️ Sinus infection (sinusitis)
✔️ Nasal congestion from flu
✔️ Deviated septum
✔️ Air pollution or smoke exposure

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⚠️ Symptoms & Consequences

If sinus pressure is not relieved, it can lead to:

🔹 Headache & Facial Pain

Pain around the eyes, cheeks, forehead, or upper teeth.

🔹 Difficulty Breathing Through the Nose

Swollen nasal passages make airflow harder.

🔹 Postnasal Drip

Mucus running down the throat, causing cough or sore throat.

🔹 Ear Pressure or Mild Hearing Problems

Because the sinuses and ears are connected.

🔹 Fatigue & Poor Sleep

Constant congestion makes rest difficult.

🔹 Infection (Sinusitis)

Trapped mucus can turn into bacterial infection if untreated.

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💧 Saline Water (Saltwater Rinse) – Simple & Effective Relief

Using saline water is one of the safest and most effective ways to reduce sinus pressure.

✔️ How It Helps
   •   Thins thick mucus
   •   Reduces inflammation
   •   Washes out allergens, dust, and germs
   •   Improves sinus drainage
   •   Moisturizes dry nasal passages

✔️ How to Use

You can use a saline spray, neti pot, or nasal rinse bottle.

Use sterile or distilled water (never tap water).
Lean forward, tilt your head slightly, and let the solution flow through one nostril and out the other.

11/24/2025

A colonoscopy is a medical procedure that allows a doctor to examine the inside of your large intestine (colon) using a thin, flexible tube with a camera on the end called a colonoscope. It’s one of the most effective ways to detect early signs of colon cancer, polyps, inflammation, and other digestive problems.

Here’s a clear, simple breakdown:

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🌟 What Is a Colonoscopy?

A colonoscopy is a screening or diagnostic test where a gastroenterologist looks inside your colon to check for:
   •   Colon cancer
   •   Precancerous polyps
   •   Inflammation
   •   Bleeding
   •   Unexplained abdominal pain
   •   Chronic constipation or diarrhea

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🩻 How It Works
   •   You’ll receive sedation, so you’re relaxed and comfortable.
   •   The doctor inserts the colonoscope through the re**um to view the colon.
   •   If they find polyps, they can remove them right away.
   •   The procedure usually takes 20–40 minutes.

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🧼 Preparation (The Day Before)

The most annoying part is the prep—not the procedure.
   •   You drink a special solution to clean out your colon.
   •   You’ll need to stay near a bathroom.
   •   No solid food the day before (clear liquids only).

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🧬 Why It’s Important
   •   It can prevent colon cancer by removing polyps before they turn dangerous.
   •   Detects issues early—when treatment is easiest.
   •   Recommended for everyone at age 45+, sooner if you have a family history or symptoms.

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✨ Does It Hurt?

No — most people sleep through it due to sedation and remember nothing.

11/21/2025

Sciatica & Degenerative Disc Disease — What Are They?



Sciatica is a type of nerve pain caused by irritation or compression of the sciatic nerve, the largest nerve in the body.
Symptoms may include:
   •   Sharp, shooting pain down the leg
   •   Lower back or hip pain
   •   Numbness or tingling
   •   Weakness in the leg or foot

Common causes:
   •   Herniated disc
   •   Bone spurs
   •   Muscle inflammation
   •   Spinal stenosis

Treatment options:
   •   Rest and heat/ice
   •   Physical therapy
   •   Anti-inflammatory medications
   •   Stretching exercises
   •   Steroid injections
   •   In severe cases: surgery

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Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD)

Degenerative Disc Disease is the breakdown of the spinal discs — the soft cushions between the vertebrae.
It’s very common with age or injury.

Symptoms may include:
   •   Chronic low back or neck pain
   •   Pain that worsens when sitting, bending, twisting
   •   Flare-ups that come and go
   •   Pain radiating into hips or legs

Why it happens:
   •   Aging
   •   Injury or repetitive strain
   •   Loss of disc hydration and height
   •   Wear and tear over time

Treatment options:
   •   Physical therapy
   •   Stretching and strengthening
   •   Heat therapy
   •   Anti-inflammatory medications
   •   Chiropractic care
   •   Epidural steroid injections
   •   In advanced cases:
      •   Lumbar laminectomy
      •   Spinal fusion
      •   Artificial disc replacement

11/20/2025

Mastitis & Breast Health Awareness 💗🩺

Mastitis is a breast infection, most commonly seen in breastfeeding women. It can cause pain, swelling, redness, and sometimes fever. Early treatment helps prevent complications and keeps breastfeeding comfortable.

🔸 What Causes Mastitis?
   •   Blocked milk ducts
   •   Bacteria entering through cracked ni***es
   •   Irregular breastfeeding or pumping
   •   Stress and fatigue

🔸 Mastitis Prevention Tips
   •   Breastfeed or pump regularly
   •   Make sure the baby latches properly
   •   Keep ni***es clean and dry
   •   Stay hydrated and rest when possible
   •   Treat clogged ducts early with warm compresses and massage

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Breast Cancer Prevention & Awareness 🎗️

While not all cases can be prevented, early detection saves lives. Encourage all women to stay aware of changes in their breast health.

✔️ Prevention & Early Detection
   •   Perform regular self-exams
   •   Get mammograms based on your age and doctor’s recommendations
   •   Maintain a healthy weight
   •   Exercise regularly
   •   Reduce alcohol consumption
   •   Avoid smoking
   •   Eat a balanced diet rich in fruits & vegetables

✔️ When to See a Doctor

If you notice lumps, changes in breast shape, skin dimpling, ni**le discharge, or persistent pain — seek medical attention promptly.

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Awareness Saves Lives

Share this message to spread knowledge and support women’s health worldwide. 💗

11/19/2025

Chemotherapy, or “chemo,” is a type of cancer treatment that uses powerful medications to destroy cancer cells. Cancer cells grow and divide faster than normal cells, and chemo is designed to target and stop those fast-growing cells.

🔬 How Chemotherapy Works

Chemotherapy medicines can:
   •   Kill cancer cells
   •   Stop cancer cells from growing
   •   Prevent cancer from spreading to other parts of the body

Chemo can be given through:
   •   💉 IV (intravenous) infusion
   •   💊 Oral pills
   •   💪 Injections
   •   🌐 Sometimes directly into a specific body area

🩺 Why Do Patients Need Chemotherapy?

Your doctor may recommend chemo to:
   •   Shrink a tumor before surgery
   •   Kill remaining cancer cells after surgery
   •   Treat cancers that have spread
   •   Help other treatments (like radiation) work better

❤️ Chemo Affects Healthy Cells Too

Because chemo can affect some normal cells—like those in hair, skin, stomach, and blood—patients may experience side effects such as:
   •   Fatigue
   •   Nausea
   •   Hair loss
   •   Loss of appetite
   •   Lower immune system

Most side effects are temporary and improve after treatment ends.

🌟 Modern Chemo Is Much Safer

Doctors now customize treatment based on:
   •   Cancer type
   •   Patient’s health
   •   Cancer stage
   •   Genetic and lab results

Supportive medications help reduce nausea, protect organs, and improve comfort.

🙏 The Goal of Chemotherapy

To destroy cancer, extend life, reduce symptoms, and give patients the best chance of recovery.

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