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… the larger the varices (enlarged veins) are, the greater your risk is for variceal bleeding. Variceal bleeding can be … for anyone who has been diagnosed with cirrhosis. If your first test does not find any varices, you can be tested … Cirrhosis Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
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… deep part of the muscle, the cancer is of higher grade, or your doctor suspects that cancer may spread to other parts … found in a lymph node at the time you are having surgery. Your pelvic lymph nodes are enlarged. Cancer cells are a … (lymphocele). Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah Marshall MD - Family …
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… Healing usually occurs in 2 to 4 weeks. Be sure to follow your doctor's instructions for caring for your wound. Why It Is Done Laser surgery may be used to … 375: 673–685. Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… be diagnosed by its appearance alone. In some cases, your doctor may order an imaging test, such as an ultrasound . Based on the results of the imaging test, your doctor may want to remove it to make sure the growth is … the Skin Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… it will likely have an impact on the people you care about. Healthwise (2012). Cost of smoking calculation formula: … for many years, quitting smoking now can still increase your lifespan and improve the quality of your life. The best way to stop smoking is to get help and …
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… and does not blanch (lose colour briefly when you press your finger on it then remove your finger). In a dark-skinned person, the area may appear … Injuries Current as of: December 19, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… may have the bacteria but have no infection from it. But your baby could get the infection during birth. It is … before delivery. This will prevent giving the bacteria to your baby during delivery. If you're pregnant and gave birth … and Tests Current as of: October 31, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Susan C. Kim MD - …
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… is to help decide which course may be right for you. Ask your doctor to go over both of these options with you. Why … after you finish treatment. But it may take longer to get your energy back. Some side effects may occur months or … for Cancer Adaptation Date: 6/13/2023 Adapted By: HealthLink BC Adaptation Reviewed By: HealthLink BC …
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… a condition called aortic valve stenosis, the valve between your heart and the large blood vessel that carries blood to … flexible tube called a catheter into a blood vessel in your upper leg (groin). The doctor moves the catheter … congenital heart disease: A scientific statement for healthcare professionals from the American Heart …
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… bleeding causes a large amount of blood to appear in your stool. What causes it? The reason pouches (diverticula) … is diagnosed by ruling out other causes of the bleeding. Your doctor will do a medical history and physical … 1427–1433. Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …