BASS Health & Medicine Blog

Thinking about birth control? Learn 5 reasons why IUDs are safe, effective, long-term, and reversible options for women at every stage of life.

Pain, swelling, or limited movement? Learn whether it’s a sprain or strain and what to do next, including home care and when to see a doctor.

Learn about the most common types of hernias, including inguinal, hiatal, umbilical, femoral, and incisional hernias, along with their symptoms and treatment options.

Wondering what autoimmune disorders are and how they affect the body? Learn about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and the 15 most common types with BASS Medical Group.

Is mono contagious? Learn how the “kissing disease” spreads, how long you’re contagious, key symptoms, and when to see a doctor. Get care in the Bay Area.

Is sweating out a fever really effective? Learn the truth about fever management, hydration, immune support, and when to see a doctor.

Learn the signs of ARFID in children, how it differs from picky eating, risk factors, and when to seek professional help for eating concerns.

Learn how to do a skin self-exam for skin cancer, what signs to look for, and when to contact a doctor. Early detection saves lives—BASS Medical Group is here to help.

Learn how to use the RICE method—Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation—to treat sprains, strains, and other soft tissue injuries. BASS Medical Group provides expert orthopedic care in Northern California.

Learn what a pinched nerve feels like, common causes, treatment options, and when symptoms should be evaluated by a healthcare provider.

Learn the difference between ACL, MCL, and meniscus tears, including symptoms, causes, and treatment options for common knee injuries.

Yeast infections are common during pregnancy, especially in the second trimester. Learn the symptoms, causes, and safe treatment options.

Learn the difference between a fracture and a broken bone (hint: they’re the same). Includes symptoms, types of fractures, sprain vs fracture, when to get an X-ray, and when to see a doctor.

Learn how long to ice an injury, how many days to continue, and when to switch to heat. Get safe, effective tips for reducing pain and swelling.

Discover why physical therapy matters. From faster recovery to pain relief and surgery prevention, PT helps you heal smarter. Learn how BASS Medical Group can help.

An ectopic pregnancy happens when a fertilized egg implants outside the uterus. Learn the symptoms, risk factors, and treatment options from BASS Medical Group.

Learn everything about the monkeypox vaccine: available types, safety, effectiveness, and when to seek medical care. Stay informed and protected.

Injured at work? Learn how BASS Medical Group supports fast, effective workplace injury recovery through coordinated occupational medicine services.

Is mouth-to-mouth CPR still recommended? Learn when to use hands-only CPR, when rescue breaths are still necessary, and how to protect yourself during emergencies. BASS Medical Group explains the latest CPR guidelines.

Anal fissures cause pain and bleeding during bowel movements. Learn common symptoms, treatment options, and when to see a doctor for relief.