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Recognizing the Signs of Anxiety and Depression: When to Seek Professional Help in Maryland Anxiety and depression are common mental health conditions that can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, or background. First Medical Associates healthcare professionals are dedicated to providing quality care and support for those grappling with these challenges. In this blog, we explore the signs of anxiety and depression, emphasizing when it's crucial to seek professional help. Understanding...

Eczema is a common skin condition that affects millions of people, leading to discomfort and distress. At First Medical Associates, we aim to help you understand eczema—its causes, symptoms, and effective treatments. Whether you visit our walk-in clinic in Rockville, MD, or seek a family doctor in Silver Spring, MD, we are here to guide you through this condition.What is Eczema? Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, is an inflammatory skin condition characterized by dry, itchy patches that...

Maryland Doctors' Holiday Health Guide The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness. However, it can also bring about a fair share of stress, overindulgence, and health challenges. At First Medical Associates, our local doctors understand the importance of maintaining your health during this festive time. To help you navigate the holiday season with your well-being in mind, we've put together a holiday health guide. In this comprehensive guide, you'll find expert advice,...

What if you could stop your migraines before they started? By avoiding triggers, you can gain control over your migraines, and our family physicians want to give you advice on how to do just that. Suffering from a migraine can be painful and incapacitating. While finding appropriate treatment for your migraines is important, it is also important to discover and control the triggers that can set off migraines in you. Below is some advice from our family care physicians at Doctors First on how...

Everyone knows it’s important to go to the doctor when you’re sick, but it’s just as important to see the doctor at least once a year even if you feel good. Sometimes symptoms don’t appear until the final stages, and early diagnosis can be a lifesaver. When you have a packed schedule of work and family, your own needs sometimes get pushed to the back burner. But you can’t take care of everything that you need to if you’re not healthy. The following preventive health screenings are important to...