Yes! In addition to cosmetic benefits, these treatments can help with conditions like chronic migraines, excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis), and jaw tension from teeth grinding (TMJ).

You may start noticing results within a few days, but full effects typically appear after 7 to 14 days.

Results typically last between 3 to 4 months, depending on factors like your metabolism, lifestyle, and the treatment area. Regular treatments can help maintain a consistently youthful appearance.

Yes, when administered by a trained medical professional Dysport is FDA-approved and considered safe. Side effects are typically mild and temporary.

There is little to no downtime with Dysport. You may have slight redness or swelling at the injection sites, but this usually subsides within a few hours. Most people return to their normal activities right away.

Dysport is a neuromodulator that temporarily relax the muscles responsible for fine lines and wrinkles. By preventing these muscles from contracting, they smooth out existing wrinkles and help prevent new ones from forming.

The best way to determine if these treatments are right for you is through a consultation with our expert providers. We’ll discuss your goals and recommend a personalized approach to help you achieve the results you want.

Most patients experience only mild discomfort, similar to a quick pinprick. The procedure is fast, and we can apply a topical numbing agent if needed for extra comfort.

In many cases, yes. Lifestyle changes like improving your diet, increasing activity, and reducing stress can lower blood pressure naturally. We’ll guide you based on what works for you.

It can result from many factors—genetics, diet, stress, lifestyle, and other medical conditions. We’ll help identify the causes and create a plan that addresses them.

If your readings are normal, once a year may be enough. If elevated, we may recommend more frequent monitoring to track progress and adjust your plan.

A reading of 130/80 mmHg or higher is considered high. Regular checkups can help track your numbers and catch any changes early.

Management may include blood sugar monitoring, medications or insulin therapy, dietary adjustments, physical activity, and regular follow-ups.

We’ll determine a schedule based on your treatment plan. Some patients need monthly visits, while others may come in less frequently with telehealth check-ins in between.

Type 2 diabetes can sometimes go into remission with weight loss, exercise, and dietary changes. We’ll help you understand your options based on your health status.

We treat type 1, type 2, and prediabetes, with individualized care plans for each condition.

Not always. Many people manage type 2 diabetes with oral medications and lifestyle changes. Insulin is only recommended when necessary.

Behavioral health is an area of medicine specializing in evaluating and treating behaviors affecting mental and physical health. Behavioral health is sometimes called mental health. However, behavioral health is a more encompassing medical service. Many mental health conditions affect how you think, feel, and behave and can benefit from behavioral health treatments. However, your behaviors also affect your physical health. For example, your eating and exercise habits may put you at risk of developing chronic health problems like diabetes or heart disease. Pineapple Healthcare is a primary care practice that focuses on providing comprehensive care for the community they serve, including the LGBTQ community. They offer behavioral health to improve mental and physical well-being.

Behavioral health benefits any health issue that affects your emotional or physical well-being. Examples of health issues that benefit from behavioral health include: Depression Anxiety Trauma Gender dysphoria Weight management Smoking cessation Substance use disorder Diabetes If you’re struggling with behaviors that negatively affect your mental or physical health, the team at Pineapple Healthcare can help. What can I expect during a behavioral health consultation? You can expect a compassionate, patient-centered exam during your behavioral health consultation at Pineapple Healthcare. Your provider asks detailed questions about your symptoms, medical history, and family history. They may perform psychological testing to better understand your thought process and emotional state. Pineapple Healthcare also uses GeneSight® testing, which is a genetic test that helps the team better understand how your body may respond to psychiatric medications. No single psychiatric medication works for all people, even those struggling with the same symptoms. With GeneSight testing, the team determines what medication makes the best fit for you, eliminating the need to try multiple medications.

The Pineapple Healthcare team customizes your behavioral health treatment plan based on your individual mental and physical health needs. Your plan may include: Behavioral therapy Medication management Disease-specific medication Nutrition therapy Stress management Personalized fitness plan The team spends a lot of time talking to you about your health and how your behaviors influence your thinking and emotions. They work closely with you, helping you create healthy behaviors to improve your emotional and physical well-being. To find out more about behavioral health at Pineapple Healthcare, call the office or schedule an appointment online today. Telehealth appointments are available.

The team at Pineapple Healthcare calls you when they have the results of your STD testing. If your tests are negative, they talk to you about the steps you can take to protect yourself from an infection, such as the use of condoms, updating vaccinations or pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for those at risk of getting HIV. If your results are positive, the team provides the appropriate treatment. For bacterial, fungal, and parasitic infections, the team provides medications to clear up the infection. For viral STDs, the team provides medications that manage the symptoms. With the exception of hepatitis C, there are no cures for viral STDs such as HIV, HPV, and herpes. Call Pineapple Healthcare or schedule your STD testing online toda

Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are infections people get through sexual contact;, this includes oral, vaginal, and anal sex. You can even pass on some STDs through skin-to-skin contact. There are more than 35 organisms that cause STDs. Some of the more common include: Gonorrhea Chlamydia Herpes Syphilis HIV Human papillomavirus (HPV) Trichomoniasis Not all STDs cause symptoms, which means you can have an STD and not know it. The only way to protect your sexual health is through STD testing.

The team at Pineapple Healthcare can help determine when you need STD testing. However, there are general guidelines for when health professionals perform STD testing. STD testing recommendations include: HIV testing at least once for all people between the ages of 13 and 65 Annual testing for chlamydia and gonorrhea in women 25 and younger Testing for chlamydia and gonorrhea in women with more than one sexual partner Testing for syphilis, HIV, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C during pregnancy Syphilis, chlamydia, gonorrhea, and HIV testing in sexually active gay and bisexual men Testing for people who share needles or syringes for drug use You also need STD testing if you have symptoms or your sexual partner tested positive for an STD.

When you visit Pineapple Healthcare for STD testing, your provider talks to you about your sexual history and sexual health, as well as your medical history. They may perform a physical exam to look for signs of STDs and determine what type of testing you need. Testing may include a cheek swab, urinalysis, blood test, or sample of genital secretions. The team sends your specimen to the lab for testing and explains when you can expect results. Pineapple Healthcare offers free, rapid HIV testing.

Primary care manages is the manager of individual health needs. The Pineapple Healthcare teamy evaluates and monitors your whole health, rather than a specific body part or organ, so they can provide you with the comprehensive care you need. Your primary care provider is the first person you see when you need medical care, whether for a wellness exam or sick care. Some of the benefits of primary care include: Lower medical costs Improved health Lower risk of hospitalization Health screenings Treatment when you need it most Preventive care The team at Pineapple Healthcare provides primary care services for all people ages 12 and older. They specialize in providing comprehensive primary care services to the LGBTQ community.

Pineapple Healthcare is a one-stop -shop for evidence-based progressive care. They provide high-quality, patient-centered primary care services, including: Annual physicals Your annual physical is the most important health visit of the year. During this exam, your provider at Pineapple Healthcare evaluates your current health, screens for medical issues, and assesses the risk of future disease. Behavioral health Pineapple Healthcare understands the connection between behaviors and emotional and physical well-being. They offer behavioral health to help you create the changes that benefit your whole health. When managing a mental health condition, the team uses GeneSight®, a genetic test that helps find the properright psychiatric medication to manage your mental health symptoms. Women’s health Pineapple Healthcare also provides comprehensive women’s health services, including birth control. Sick care Sick care is a primary care service that ensures you get the immediate care you need when you have an unexpected illness or injury. Specialty care for LGBTQ Pineapple Healthcare specializes in the health needs of the LGBTQ community. They manage general health as well as provide gender-affirming hormone therapy. Infectious disease management The team at Pineapple Healthcare includes infectious disease management experts and HIV/AIDS care specialists. They provide testing and treatment for hepatitis C, HIV/AIDS, and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). The team also offers pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to prevent HIV in people who engage in activities that put them at risk of getting the virus.

You can expect compassionate, responsive, and culturally competent primary care at Pineapple Healthcare. The practice aims to make health care more accessible and affordable to those that need it—a. A one-stop -shop for all your medical questions and concernsneeds. To find out more about primary care at Pineapple Healthcare, call the office or schedule an appointment online today.

Antiretroviral therapy (ART) is the primary treatment for HIV. ART manages the HIV infection and reduces the risk of spreading it to other people. It includes a combination of pills that keep blood levels of HIV low or undetectable, slowing the damage to your immune system. You can live a long, healthy, and active life with HIV and ART. The team at Pineapple Healthcare are HIV/AIDS care specialists who can make ensure you get the tests and treatment you need. They also provide pre-exposure prophylactic (PrEP), which can reduce your chances of contracting HIV if you engage in activities that put you at risk. Don’t wait. Call Pineapple Healthcare or schedule your HIV/AIDS consultation online today.

You may have flu-like symptoms during your initial HIV infection. These symptoms come and go over a 2two- to 4four- week period. Acute HIV infection symptoms include: Fatigue Fever Chills Night sweats Muscle aches Sore throat Swollen lymph nodes Mouth ulcers When left untreated, your acute HIV turns into a chronic HIV infection. You may not have any symptoms during the chronic stage of the infection as the virus slowly destroys your immune system. The HIV infection then progresses to AIDS, leading to opportunistic infections (OIs). OIs are severe or frequent infections in people with immunodeficiency.

Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) often go hand-in-hand. However, HIV is a virus, and AIDS is a disease. HIV HIV is a virus that destroys the T-cells, which help your body fight off infections. Without an adequate supply of T-cells, you’re more vulnerable to infections and developing certain types of cancer. AIDS AIDS is a disease caused by HIV. It’s the final stage of the infection, weakening your immune system to the point that it can no longer it’s no longer able to protect you from illness. Not everyone with HIV gets AIDS.

You should get tested for HIV/AIDS if you have flu-like symptoms or concerns about HIV because of sexual activity or drug use. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends you get tested for HIV at least once during your lifetime. You may benefit from yearly testing if you engage in activities that increase your risk of contracting HIV, such as: Men having sex with men Having anal or vaginal sex with someone who has HIV Having multiple sexual partners Sharing needles or syringes History of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) History of hepatitis C or tuberculosis The Pineapple Healthcare team performs routine HIV testing on all patients.

Pineapple Healthcare specializes in diagnosing, treating, and preventing infectious diseases. The team includes HIV/AIDS care specialists who determine if you’re a candidate for PrEP after a consultation. PrEP protects you from getting HIV. They may consider you a candidate for the treatment if you engage in activities that put you at risk of HIV, such as: Having sex with someone who has HIV Having sex without condoms Having a history of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) Sharing needles or syringes for drug use Sharing needles for drug use with someone who has HIV The team performs an HIV test before prescribing PrEP. You can’t take this medication if you have HIV.

Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is a medication that reduces your risk of contracting HIV. When taken as prescribed, PrEP is highly effective at preventing HIV. The FDA has approved three medications for PrEP. Two pills and one injection. These include: Truvada® Truvada is an oral medication prescribed for people at risk of getting HIV through sex or drug use. Descovy® Desovy is a pill for men and transgender women at risk of getting HIV through sexual activity. Apretude® Apretude is a long-acting injection approved to reduce the risk of HIV in adults and adolescents who weigh at least 77 pounds. PrEP is safe, but may cause side effects such as stomach pain, diarrhea, nausea, or headaches. However, these side effects resolve over time.

When you visit Pineapple Healthcare for a PrEP consultation, your provider reviews your medical and sexual history, as well as any other behaviors that might put you at risk of getting HIV. They also run lab work to test for HIV. You must take your PrEP medication as prescribed. For PrEP pills, the medication is most effective when you take it every day. When you start PrEP at Pineapple Healthcare, the team schedules regular follow-up appointments to test for HIV and refill your medication. The team offers low-to-no- cost PrEP prescriptions. PrEP protects against HIV, but it can’t protect you from other STDs. The team can talk totalks to you about safe sex practices to protect your health. To find out more about PrEP at Pineapple Healthcare, call the office or schedule an in-office or telehealth appointment online today.