Janice Litza, MD
Board Certified Family Medicine Physician
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Co-authored Articles (57)
How to
Recognize HPV in Men (Human Papillomavirus)
Genital human papillomavirus (HPV) is probably the most common sexually transmitted infection (STI), infecting almost all sexually active people at some point in their lives. Fortunately, there are more than 40 strains o...
How to
Treat a Ganglion Cyst
Experts say ganglion cysts may go away on their own, but you may need medical treatment if your cyst is painful or interferes with your wrist movements. Ganglion cysts are round or oval fluid-filled lumps that develop on...
How to
Recognize Trichomoniasis Symptoms (Men)
Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by a microscopic parasite, usually found in the vagina and urethral tissues. Although it affects both men and women, the symptoms are more frequent in women. ...
How to
Diagnose Lupus
Studies show that lupus, an autoimmune disease, is most common in women from the ages of 15 to 44. It primarily affects the organs, such as the brain, skin, kidneys, and joints. Its symptoms often masquerade as signs of ...
How to
Treat Sweaty Hands
Many things can affect how much your hands sweat, including genetic factors and your activity level. If you have sweaty hands, there are some quick ways to deal with the problem. You can also try making lifestyle changes...
How to
Treat Contact Dermatitis
Contact dermatitis often appears as red, itchy, irritating bumps over dry, cracked, or scaly skin. Your skin may or may not have a burning sensation and, in more severe cases, there may be blisters that ooze and crust ov...
How to
Tell a Viral from a Bacterial Infection
Experts note that while they have different causes, viral and bacterial upper respiratory infections have very similar symptoms. Testing or having a clinical evaluation is the only way to know the cause for sure, but thi...
How to
Get Rid of MRSA
Experts agree that MRSA (Methicillin-resistant ''Staphylococcus aureus'') can be hard to treat and contain. It's a bacterial infection that doesn't respond well to the antibiotics usually used to fight infection. The inf...
How to
Know if You Have a Hiatal Hernia
Research shows that a hiatal hernia is caused by a portion of your stomach pushing through an opening in your diaphragm. It might sound scary, but many people with this condition never experience any symptoms, while othe...
How to
Increase Your Sperm Count
Research shows that you are mostly likely to be fertile if your semen contains at least 15 million sperm per milliliter. If you're worried that your count may be too low, or if you've seen a doctor and been diagnosed wit...
How to Shrink Your Prostate: Home & Medical Treatments
Manage your symptoms and find the best treatment option for you The prostate gland is a part of the male reproductive system that can enlarge with age, putting uncomfortable pressure on the urethra. This can cause urinar...
How to
Raise TSH Levels Fast
TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) is produced by your pituitary gland, and it helps regulate your thyroid. When TSH levels are low, it usually means your thyroid is overactive and producing more thyroid hormone than nece...
How to
Perform the Epley Maneuver
Studies show that the Epley maneuver is effective for relieving dizziness caused by benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV). BPPV is a condition where pieces of calcium break free and float around in your inner ear, ...
How to Stop Coughing at Night: 14 Home Remedies & Medical Solutions
Stop nighttime coughing with these expert-backed stepsCoughing is an unfortunate part of your body's healing process.https://medlineplus.gov/cough.html While your body needs to cough out irritants and mucus, the coughin...
How to
Recognize Male Breast Cancer
Experts say breast cancer can affect people of any age, but it's most common in older people. Although male breast cancer is rare, it's important to watch for symptoms like breast lumps, skin changes, nipple changes, and...
How to
Diagnose Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid cancer is a rare cancer with 4 different types. The risk and treatment for each type can vary by age. Thyroid cancer is slow-growing, and typically has no symptoms in the early stages. Fortunately, most forms of ...
How to
Differentiate Bacterial Tonsillitis and Viral Tonsillitis
Tonsillitis, or the inflammation of the tonsils, is a common cause of sore throats – especially in children and young adults. Tonsillitis is usually caused by a virus and resolves on its own, but about 15 – 30% of t...
How to
Treat a Viral Infection
If you have a viral infection, you can't treat it with antibiotics, so the best way to get through it is to fight the symptoms. These can vary, but they usually include a cough, sore throat, runny nose, fever, chills, bo...
How to
Test for Insulin Resistance
Insulin resistance is when your body becomes less effective at utilizing insulin; it starts out as a gradual problem, and becomes more severe with time. Over a number of years, insulin resistance can lead to many chronic...
How to Safely Transfer a Patient
Learn how to prepare for a safe and seamless patient transfer Transferring a patient from a bed to a chair or a stretcher can be a challenge, as you will need to support them properly to move them. Patients who cannot wa...
