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Dallas Family Practices
Our staff is experienced in the management of a wide variety of general and pediatric medical conditions. If you are looking for Dallas Family Practices, look no further!
Dr. McElya is board certified in Family Practice and places great emphasis on compassionate, friendly care for both adults and children.
It’s “one-stop” shopping; from ear infections to broken bones, and from well-women exams to in-office minor
surgical procedures, we can provide the medical services you
need in a friendly environment and get you back to your busy day quickly.
Open 7 days a week 8:00am-10:00pm
In house lab and X-ray
Male and Female providers available by appointment
Most insurance plans accepted |
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What is influenza?
Influenza (also called "the flu") is a viral infection. About 10% to 20% of Americans get the flu each year. Some people get very sick. Each year, about 130,000 people go to a hospital with the flu, and 20,000 people die because of the flu and complications.
The flu may cause fever, cough, sore throat, a runny or stuffy nose, headache, muscle aches and tiredness. Some people describe the flu as being like the worst cold of their life. Most people feel better after 1 or 2 weeks. But for some people, the flu leads to serious, even life-threatening, diseases, such as pneumonia. Influenza vaccine (the flu shot) is recommended for people who are more likely to get really sick to protect them from the flu.
Who is at higher risk?
Some people have a higher risk of flu complications, like pneumonia. Children between 6 months and 23 months of age and adults 50 years of age and older are at higher risk. You are also at increased risk if you:
- Are a health care worker
- Are pregnant
- Have a lung problem, such as asthma or emphysema
- Have a suppressed immune system
- Have a problem with your kidneys
- Have diabetes, heart disease or other long-term health problems
Pediatrics
Newborn and baby care, routine check-ups, immunizations and school physicals are provided, as well as management of acute and chronic problems including asthma and attention deficit disorder.
Adolescent Care
Diagnosis and treatment of health problems of teenagers including acne, allergies, menstrual disorders. Sports, school, and college physicals are also provided.
Gynecology Care
Routine female health care including pap smears, breast exams, birth control, management of menopause, hormone therapy, and scheduling mammograms.
Adult Care
Routine adult care is provided including complete physicals, and management of medical problems such as diabetes, high blood pressure, cholesterol, thyroid problems, lung diseases, anxiety and depression.
Minor Surgery
Biopsy or removal of moles, cysts, warts, and other skin lesions.
Dermatology Care
Evaluation and treatment of acne, warts, rashes, eczema, poison ivy, allergy and other skin conditions.
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