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Sam Kelly, MD

Specialty in Internal Medicine

Dr. Kelly is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine, specializing in internal medicine and bioethics. He received his undergraduate degree from Emory University with a BA in Spanish. Dr. Kelly has formal training in medical interpretation and translation, along with several years of professional experience in medical communication and editing work for publication.

Education and training

MD, University of Pennsylvania

BA, Emory University

Certifications

Intern, UT Southwestern Medical Center

Articles from Sam Kelly, MD

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Chlamydia Infection

Chlamydia is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Symptoms can be subtle but can include abnormal vaginal discharge in women and painful urination in men. It can be prevented with safe sex practices and treated with antibiotics.

This article will review the symptoms, causes, management, and prevention of orchitis. Orchitis is inflammation of the testicle due to viral or non-viral causes. Symptoms include fever, headache, a general ill-feeling, as well as testicular pain and swelling.

Type 1 Diabetes

Type 1 diabetes is when your body can’t produce enough insulin to regulate blood sugar levels. The disease can be life-threatening. Despite that, it is a highly treatable condition.

The liver is an incredibly important organ, so liver failure is a very serious condition with widespread consequences. Acute liver failure occurs over days to weeks, most commonly due to acetaminophen (Tylenol/paracetamol) overdose or viruses such as hepatitis B.

Stress-Induced Cardiomyopathy

Stress-induced cardiomyopathy is a condition that is poorly understood, but mimics symptoms of a heart attack such as chest pain, shortness of breath, fainting, and palpitations.

Sudden Cardiac Arrest: Why It Happens, Types, & Emergency Treatment

Sudden cardiac arrest is an emergency condition that is described by when the heart suddenly stops beating. Symptoms include a loss of consciousness, lightheadedness or dizziness, or a lack of pulse or breathing. Treatment includes trying to restore the heartbeat via defibrillation.

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is the condition commonly known as an enlarged prostate. BPH is extremely common; it’s the main reason many older men have trouble urinating. Usually, BPH is more of a nuisance than a major medical problem, though serious complications can occasionally occur.

Hyperthyroidism

Overactive thyroid (or hyperthyroidism) is a fairly common condition caused by excess thyroid hormone, which leads to symptoms of hyperexcitation such as tremor and rapid heartbeat. While severe cases can be dangerous, most are mild and relatively simple to treat.

Acute Gastritis

Gastritis, in general, refers to inflammation of the stomach lining due to a failure of normal protective mechanisms. Acute gastritis is a condition that resolves within days to weeks. Symptoms include nausea or vomiting, a loss of appetite, belly pain, bloating, or passing blood in severe cases.

A cherry angioma is a smooth, cherry-red, harmless bump on the skin. They can occur nearly anywhere on the body, and most commonly start appearing around age 40.

Chlamydia Infection

Chlamydia is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Symptoms can be subtle but can include abnormal vaginal discharge in women and painful urination in men. It can be prevented with safe sex practices and treated with antibiotics.

This article will review the symptoms, causes, management, and prevention of orchitis. Orchitis is inflammation of the testicle due to viral or non-viral causes. Symptoms include fever, headache, a general ill-feeling, as well as testicular pain and swelling.

Type 1 Diabetes

Type 1 diabetes is when your body can’t produce enough insulin to regulate blood sugar levels. The disease can be life-threatening. Despite that, it is a highly treatable condition.

The liver is an incredibly important organ, so liver failure is a very serious condition with widespread consequences. Acute liver failure occurs over days to weeks, most commonly due to acetaminophen (Tylenol/paracetamol) overdose or viruses such as hepatitis B.

Stress-Induced Cardiomyopathy

Stress-induced cardiomyopathy is a condition that is poorly understood, but mimics symptoms of a heart attack such as chest pain, shortness of breath, fainting, and palpitations.

Sudden Cardiac Arrest: Why It Happens, Types, & Emergency Treatment

Sudden cardiac arrest is an emergency condition that is described by when the heart suddenly stops beating. Symptoms include a loss of consciousness, lightheadedness or dizziness, or a lack of pulse or breathing. Treatment includes trying to restore the heartbeat via defibrillation.

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is the condition commonly known as an enlarged prostate. BPH is extremely common; it’s the main reason many older men have trouble urinating. Usually, BPH is more of a nuisance than a major medical problem, though serious complications can occasionally occur.

Hyperthyroidism

Overactive thyroid (or hyperthyroidism) is a fairly common condition caused by excess thyroid hormone, which leads to symptoms of hyperexcitation such as tremor and rapid heartbeat. While severe cases can be dangerous, most are mild and relatively simple to treat.

Acute Gastritis

Gastritis, in general, refers to inflammation of the stomach lining due to a failure of normal protective mechanisms. Acute gastritis is a condition that resolves within days to weeks. Symptoms include nausea or vomiting, a loss of appetite, belly pain, bloating, or passing blood in severe cases.

A cherry angioma is a smooth, cherry-red, harmless bump on the skin. They can occur nearly anywhere on the body, and most commonly start appearing around age 40.

Chlamydia Infection

Chlamydia is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Symptoms can be subtle but can include abnormal vaginal discharge in women and painful urination in men. It can be prevented with safe sex practices and treated with antibiotics.

This article will review the symptoms, causes, management, and prevention of orchitis. Orchitis is inflammation of the testicle due to viral or non-viral causes. Symptoms include fever, headache, a general ill-feeling, as well as testicular pain and swelling.

Type 1 Diabetes

Type 1 diabetes is when your body can’t produce enough insulin to regulate blood sugar levels. The disease can be life-threatening. Despite that, it is a highly treatable condition.

The liver is an incredibly important organ, so liver failure is a very serious condition with widespread consequences. Acute liver failure occurs over days to weeks, most commonly due to acetaminophen (Tylenol/paracetamol) overdose or viruses such as hepatitis B.

Stress-Induced Cardiomyopathy

Stress-induced cardiomyopathy is a condition that is poorly understood, but mimics symptoms of a heart attack such as chest pain, shortness of breath, fainting, and palpitations.

Sudden Cardiac Arrest: Why It Happens, Types, & Emergency Treatment

Sudden cardiac arrest is an emergency condition that is described by when the heart suddenly stops beating. Symptoms include a loss of consciousness, lightheadedness or dizziness, or a lack of pulse or breathing. Treatment includes trying to restore the heartbeat via defibrillation.

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is the condition commonly known as an enlarged prostate. BPH is extremely common; it’s the main reason many older men have trouble urinating. Usually, BPH is more of a nuisance than a major medical problem, though serious complications can occasionally occur.

Hyperthyroidism

Overactive thyroid (or hyperthyroidism) is a fairly common condition caused by excess thyroid hormone, which leads to symptoms of hyperexcitation such as tremor and rapid heartbeat. While severe cases can be dangerous, most are mild and relatively simple to treat.

Acute Gastritis

Gastritis, in general, refers to inflammation of the stomach lining due to a failure of normal protective mechanisms. Acute gastritis is a condition that resolves within days to weeks. Symptoms include nausea or vomiting, a loss of appetite, belly pain, bloating, or passing blood in severe cases.

A cherry angioma is a smooth, cherry-red, harmless bump on the skin. They can occur nearly anywhere on the body, and most commonly start appearing around age 40.