Dr William McArthur

After his time at the Tuscaloosa Family Medicine Residency Program, Dr William McArthur went on to the John Peter Smith Family Medicine Residency Program. This program was especially valuable, as it gave him much needed experience in operative obstetrics. This would be vital for him upon joining his first practice. He spent a further two years here, and gained valuable insight. Important Links Dr William McArthur - soundcloud See My Blogs On Wordpress See My Blogs On Livejournal See My Pins On Pinterest Dr William McArthur Via Mixcloud

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Dr. William McArthur on Modern Geriatrics

Dr. William McArthur on Modern Geriatrics

Dr. William McArthur studied several areas of medicine during his time in school, one of these being geriatrics. The term geriatrics refers to the branch of medicine or health industry that deals with the elderly. This part of the industry is growing every year, as people’s life spans are longer than they were decades ago. Not only are people living longer, but there are also many more of them as…

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Dr. William McArthur - 5 Ways to Treat Adult Acne

Everyone has experienced a pimple or two—especially when they were in their adolescence. However, physicians all over the United States—including Dr. William McArthur—have treated patients with adult acne. There are many reasons why adults experience acne. Whatever the reason is, there are five ways to treat it and prevent it:

1. Cleaning Up Body Acne Acne doesn’t just occur as a pimple on the face—it also pops up on the back, chest, and sometimes legs. An important part of treating body acne is preventing it by properly washing the skin, especially after strenuous activity.

2. Properly Washing the Face Facial acne can be tricky to get rid of because the face is exposed to the elements. Washing it at least twice a day with cleanser will help unclog pores and remove excess dirt and oil.

3. Handling Hormonal Acne Adult acne happens for many reasons, the most common being hormones. For women who suffer from conditions such as polycystic ovarian syndrome or endometriosis, acne is prevalent. Developing a plan with their doctor and starting hormone treatments, such as birth control, can help alleviate some of the acne symptoms.

4. Stopping Stress Induced Acne Adult acne can sometimes be brought on by high levels of stress. Stress causes a fluctuation in hormone balance and begins to secrete excess oils into the pores. Decreasing and managing stress levels will lower oil levels and prevent acne from forming.

5. Avoid Putting Hands on the Face This option isn’t always easy, however, it can save a lot of time. There are thousands of germs on surfaces that our hands touch. Those things are transferrable and touching the face with dirty, sweaty hands can add extra gunk into the pores.

Physicians—such as Dr. William McArthur—have seen their fair share of pimples and blackheads. Aside from prescribing topical creams and cleansers, they are dedicated to helping their adult patients tackle their acne catastrophe.

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Dr. William McArthur - 5 Ways to Treat Adult Acne

Dr. William McArthur – 5 Ways to Treat Adult Acne

Everyone has experienced a pimple or two—especially when they were in their adolescence. However, physicians all over the United States—including Dr. William McArthur—have treated patients with adult acne. There are many reasons why adults experience acne. Whatever the reason is, there are five ways to treat it and prevent it: 1. Cleaning Up Body Acne Acne doesn’t just occur as a pimple on the…

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Dr. William McArthur - Understanding COPD

For over two decades, Dr. William McArthur has worked with patients with an array of health issues. One problem in particular—and that smokers seem to know little about—is COPD. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is a chronic lung disease that affects millions of patients across the United States. According to the American Lung Association, COPD more than 11 million people suffer from the disease and it’s the third leading cause of death. 

What is COPD?

COPD is a chronic lung disease and is more commonly known as emphysema or chronic bronchitis. Essentially, the disease consistently constricts lung capacity and reduces the capability for a person to breathe. As time moves on, the symptoms get worse as the close in on the airway—making it harder to do anything such as sleep, walk, exercise, or breathe. 

Symptoms of COPD

COPD symptoms are not always consistent—in fact—it can seem like it is a simple common cold or seasonal allergy reaction. Some of the most common symptoms include:

Onset cough with mucus (sometimes referred to as smoker’s cough)

Shortness of breath

Wheezing

Flu-like symptoms

Because the disease is progressive, symptoms will get worse overtime. The more severe indicators of COPD include:

Difficulty with talking or breathing

Rapid heart rate

Bluish or gray colored lips and fingernails

Issues with collecting thoughts

Unexplained swelling—particularly in ankles and hands

Taking the Next Steps

COPD is a serious disease and requires working with top-notch physicians such as Dr. William McArthur. Finding the right healthcare professional and developing a plan will help any patient with learn to live and cope with this disease. 

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Dr. William McArthur - Five Ways to Treat Allergies

Dr. William McArthur – Five Ways to Treat Allergies

Dr. William McArthur is no stranger to treating patients who suffer from allergies. Living in Mississippi during peak allergy season—fall and spring—has Dr. McArthur’s office busy with runny noses and sneezing patients with puffy eyes.  For allergy sufferers everywhere, here are five things that you can do to keep yours at bay: 1. Avoid Indoor Triggers You can’t control what happens outdoors but…

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Dr. William McArthur - Living with Hypertension

Dr. William McArthur—a physician at the Good Shepard Clinic in Laurel, Mississippi—has treated many people with hypertension (commonly known as high blood pressure). Dr. McArthur teaches his patients how to deal with high blood pressure. If you have been recently diagnosed with hypertension, there are several things that you should know:

It Can Be Deadly According to the Center for Disease Control, heart disease is the number one killer in America. Undiagnosed or poorly treated hypertension can lead to a fatal heart attack.

Healthy Eating is Key Replace those fatty French fries with carrot sticks and improve your diet. Eating fried foods, greasy burgers, and foods high in bad cholesterol can clog your arteries and cause problems. Those things should be enjoyed sparingly and your plate should be filled with good foods such as veggies, fruits, and healthy protein.

Exercise Is Important Maintaining a healthy weight is imperative to maintaining a healthy heart. Excess weight can cause your heart to work overtime and your blood pressure to be out of whack. Remember, exercise isn’t about having the best body or looking like the people in the magazines—it’s about keeping your ticker and your mind in great shape.

Keep The Stress at Bay Busy work day, running the kids around, cleaning the house before the guests arrive, low on cash, laundry stacked to the ceiling, and the list can go on. Life gets busy—so much so—your stress levels rise to an all-time high. Stress can be a root cause for hypertension.  When stress arises, try taking deep breaths, get a massage, or tackle one thing at a time. Whatever you have to do to keep your stress levels down—do it.

Follow Doctors Orders Physicians like Dr. William McArthur truly care about the well-being of their patients. Whether they prescribe you a blood pressure medication or a dose of vacation—follow their lead. The most important thing to remember is that you only have one heart and you have to do everything you can to keep it.

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Dr. William McArthur - Four Things You Should Know About Diabetes

Dr. William McArthur – Four Things You Should Know About Diabetes

The American Diabetes Association reports that almost 30 million people in the United States suffer from diabetes. Dr. William McArthur of Hattiesburg, Mississippi has seen hundreds of patients who suffer from the disease. It’s hard to pinpoint why a person has diabetes—it could be gestational, a result of a pre-diabetic diagnosis, or an early diagnosis of juvenile diabetes. Regardless of the…

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Dr William McArthur on the Causes of Hypertension

Dr William McArthur, as well as other health professionals in the United States and throughout the world, are deeply concerned about the growing levels of certain diseases and health issues. One of these issues is hypertension. Hypertension is extremely high blood pressure, usually over 140/90. In recent years, hypertension, along with other health problems has grown significantly throughout the country. There are several factors that can be attributed to this dramatic increase. Of these, lack of physical exercise and poor diet are the main causes.

Fast food restaurants and unhealthy store bought foods are usually extremely cheap compared to healthier organic options. This has made them an increasingly bigger part of the average diet, and has resulted in numerous health problems. Unhealthy fats, sugars, and artificial ingredients have all contributed to the rise in hypertension. Lack of exercise is an important factor as well, as this promotes the rising of cholesterol, and the blocking of arteries. The combination of a poor diet with unhealthy lifestyles has shown to create a dramatic rise in preventable health issues.

Dr William McArthur follows the general opinion among health professionals, that something must be done to stop this trend. Healthier food options need to become a part of the average household. Families need to engage in more exercise to compensate for the lack of it during home and school. These changes will not be easy to implement, and there will be resistance. Whatever is to be done, something has to change to stop the rise of these preventable conditions.