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Charlotte Grayson Mathis, MD

Charlotte Grayson Mathis, MDCharlotte Grayson Mathis, MD

Piedmont Physicians at Yorktown Center

Internal Medicine

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Bio

Charlotte Grayson Mathis, MD

Charlotte Grayson Mathis, MD, is an Atlanta area internist. Once a senior medical editor with WebMD, currently, Dr. Mathis is in private practice but still provides medical review of content and editorial services to WebMD.

Dr. Mathis received her undergraduate degree from Spelman College in Atlanta, where she was a National Achievement Scholarship winner. She was accepted into Boston University School of Medicine in their Early Medical School Selection Program during her sophomore year, and graduated with honors with a Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry.

Credentials

Organization Affiliations:
  • American Board of Internal Medicine
  • American College of Physicians
  • Society of Professional Journalists
 

My Answers

Q. What are the symptoms of teen depression?
A. Often, kids with teen depression will have a noticeable change in their thinking and behavior. They may have no motivation and even become withdrawn...
Q. How is teen depression diagnosed?
A. There aren't any specific medical tests that can detect depression. Health care professionals determine if a teen has depression by conducting...
Q. Which children get depressed?
A. It is estimated that 2.5% of children in the U.S. suffer from depression. Depression is significantly more common in boys under the age of 10. But by...
Q. How can I tell if my child is depressed?
A. The symptoms of depression in children vary. It is often undiagnosed and untreated because they are passed off as normal emotional and psychological...
Q. What are the treatment options for children with depression?
A. If you have questions or concerns, discuss them with your health care provider.Treatment options for children with depression are similar to those...
Q. What causes depression in children?
A. As in adults, depression in children can be caused by any combination of factors that relate to physical health, life events, family history...
Q. Can depression in children be prevented?
A. Children with a family history of depression are at greater risk of experiencing depression themselves. Children who have parents that suffer from...
Q. What can I expect long-term if my child has depression?
A. Studies have found that first-time depression in children is occurring at younger ages than previously. As in adults, it may occur again later in...
Q. Can children really suffer from depression?
A. Yes. Childhood depression is different from the normal "blues" and everyday emotions that occur as a child develops. Just because a child...
Q. How is depression diagnosed in children?
A. If the symptoms of depression in your child have lasted for at least two weeks, you should schedule a visit with his or her doctor to make sure there...
Q. What are the signs and symptoms of lymphedema?
A. If you suspect any of the following symptoms, call your health care provider right away. Prompt treatment can help get the condition under control...
Q. Who is at risk for developing lymphedema?
A. People who have had any of the following procedures may be at risk for developing lymphedema: Simple mastectomy in combination with axillary (arm...
Q. What is the outlook for lymphedema?
A. Lymphedema cannot be cured. However, with proper care and treatment, the affected limb can be restored to a normal size and shape. In addition...
Q. How is lymphedema diagnosed?
A. Lymphedema is diagnosed after a careful evaluation of your medical history, including past surgeries and treatments, an evaluation of current...
Q. How can I help prevent lymphedema?
A. Lymphedema can be prevented or controlled if it develops by following the recommendations below. Maintain good nutrition Reduce foods high in...
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