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Dr. Amith C. Subhash, MD is an internist in Las Vegas, NV specializing in internal medicine (adult medicine) and gastroenterology (digestive system). Dr. Amith C. Subhash, MD is affiliated with Providence.
Anemia
Anemia is the most common blood disorder. It occurs when the body does not have enough red blood cells to carry oxygen to the tissues. Blood loss, insufficient red blood cell production, and red blood cell destruction are the three main causes of anemia. These issues may arise from such conditions as iron deficiency, heavy periods, ulcers, kidney disease, as well as some forms of cancer.
An individual with anemia will have the following symptoms: shortness of breath, weakness, dizziness, cold hands or feet, paleness, and irritability. Anemia is diagnosed when blood tests show low counts for hemoglobin, which is the protein responsible for carrying oxygen to different tissues throughout the body.
Treatments for anemia are dependent on the kind of anemia an individual has. For example, iron supplementation may correct iron deficiency anemia. For anemia caused by chronic kidney failure, chemotherapy treatments, and HIV/AIDS, a group of medications called erythropoiesis-stimulating agents may be prescribed.
Autoimmune Diseases
An autoimmune disorder happens when the immune system mistakenly attacks the tissues of its own body, causing symptoms of illness. There are more than 80 different types of autoimmune disorders. While some are very rare, others are fairly common. Combined, autoimmune disorders are one of the leading causes of death and disability in the United States, affecting approximately 24 million people.
A properly working immune system identifies foreign substances in the body that might cause illness, such as bacteria and viruses. The immune system then creates antibodies which attack the foreign substances, neutralizing them and keeping the body safe. In people with autoimmune disorders, something goes wrong with this process. For reasons that are not fully understand, the immune system creates antibodies to attack the patient's own tissues.
Symptoms of an autoimmune disorder depend on which tissue is being attacked by the immune system, but common symptoms of autoimmune disease include fever, fatigue, and a general feeling of just not being well. Autoimmune disorders are more common in women than in men, and they may run in families. Autoimmune disorders can affect various parts of the body such as blood vessels, connective tissue, endocrine glands, joints, muscles, red blood cells, skin, and many others.
It is common to have more than one autoimmune disorder at a time. Most are chronic, or life-long illnesses, although they may come and go in flares. Treatment for autoimmune disorders depends on which part of the body is being attacked. For example:
Many autoimmune disorders of all kinds are treated with immune-suppressing medications, such as corticosteroids (e.g. prednisone) to reduce the effect of the immune system.
Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy is the use of a special tool called a colonoscope (a thin, flexible tube with a camera on the end) to examine the inside of the colon and rectum. The tube is typically inserted anally, and it allows the physician to examine the large intestine from the inside. It may be done at any time to diagnose bowel problems, but routine colonoscopies are advised after the age of 50 to screen for colon cancer.
A colonoscopy may be performed to diagnose:
Patients may be asked to drink only liquids in the days before a colonoscopy, or they may be given an enema to remove residual fecal matter. Before the exam, patients are given medication to help them relax, and then lay on their side on a table. The scope is inserted into the anus and gently moved all the way through the large intestine. Air may be pumped into the intestine to improve the view for the physician. Any polyps that are found will be removed. Then the colonoscope will be withdrawn. A colonoscopy is not usually painful, but patients may feel some bloating or have some cramps right afterward. If patients have polyps removed, they might experience a small amount of bleeding. Any side effects should go away within a few hours.
He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine and has a state license in California.
Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine
Licensed In: California
Dr. Amith C. Subhash, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Amith C. Subhash, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Aetna PPO, Anthem Blue Cross HMO, MultiPlan PPO, Anthem Blue Cross PPO, Aetna HMO, Blue Shield of California, US Family Health Plan, Interplan PPO, Anthem, Medicare Advantage, Humana Medicare Advantage, Health Net PPO, CIGNA PPO, CIGNA HMO, CoventryFirst Health PPO and Health Net Cal MediConnect HMO.
According to our sources, Dr. Amith C. Subhash, MD accepts the following insurance providers:
Dr. Amith C. Subhash, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 29 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Amith C. Subhash, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Las Vegas, NV.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Amith C. Subhash, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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FUSION $719 |
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Hemospray $216 |
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FUJIFILM $79 |
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Dr. Amith Subhash is a Santa Clarita, CA physician who specializes in gastroenterology (digestive system). Clinical interests for Dr. Subhash include achalasia, cystic fibrosis (CF), and colon polypectomy. Patients gave him an average rating of 5.0 stars (out of 5). He appears to be an in-network provider for Anthem, Blue California, and HealthSmart, in addition to other insurance carriers. Dr. Subhash is professionally affiliated with Providence.
