BASS Health & Medicine Blog

Dealing with chronic hives? Learn the symptoms, triggers, and treatment options. BASS Medical Group’s primary care providers can help you manage your rash and refer you to a specialist if needed.

Irregular periods could be more than hormonal changes—they may signal uterine cancer. Learn the warning signs, risk factors, and when to see a doctor.

Learn what fluoroscopy is, how it compares to an X-ray, and when it’s used for diagnostics or image-guided procedures. Available at BASS Imaging Centers across Northern California.

Wondering why your doctor ordered a thyroid ultrasound? Learn about common reasons such as thyroid nodules, goiters, and cancer screening. BASS Medical Group offers expert endocrine care.

Learn how to identify diverticulitis symptoms, treatment options, and when to seek care. BASS Medical Group offers digestive health services throughout the Bay Area.

Learn what pericarditis is, what causes it, and how to treat chest pain related to heart inflammation. Discover expert care at BASS Medical Group in Northern California.

Discover the causes of sleep apnea and how to treat it. Learn the differences between obstructive and central sleep apnea, plus expert care options at BASS Medical Group.

A pancreatic cancer survivor shares how MRI-guided radiation became part of his treatment journey and why personalized cancer care mattered to him.

Learn what cellulitis is, what causes the skin infection, common symptoms and treatment, whether cellulitis is contagious, and when to see a doctor.

Chronic pain lasts longer than 12 weeks and can affect daily life. Learn what qualifies as chronic pain, common types, treatment options, and disability considerations.

Learn what a DEXA scan is, how it detects osteoporosis, who should get tested, and what to expect from the procedure. Schedule your scan with BASS Medical Group today.

What’s the difference between bacterial and fungal infections? Learn how symptoms, treatments, and recovery time vary—and when to see a doctor at BASS Medical Group.

Wondering if your wound is healing properly? Learn the normal stages of recovery, what warning signs to look for, and when to contact a doctor for wound care.

Wondering how infections spread or why you get sick even when clean? Learn the most common transmission types, symptoms to watch for, and how to protect yourself at BASS Medical Group.

Wondering how soon you can take a pregnancy test? Learn when tests are most accurate, how cycles affect timing, and when to see a doctor.

Pregnancy complications can arise from age, lifestyle, obesity, and underlying health conditions. Learn the most common causes and how BASS Medical Group can help.

Wondering if it's a clogged ear or an ear infection? Learn the key differences, symptoms, and when to see a doctor. BASS Medical Group is here to help.

Not all breast rashes are harmless. Learn how to recognize the signs of inflammatory breast cancer, Paget’s disease, and other breast cancer–related skin changes.

Wondering if pink eye is contagious? Learn about viral, bacterial, and allergic conjunctivitis symptoms, treatments, and when to visit a BASS Medical Group provider in Northern California.

Bulging or puffy eyes could be a sign of Graves’ disease. Learn symptoms, treatments, and when to see a doctor.