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… Repairing the hernia can also relieve the symptoms of pain and discomfort and make the bulge go away. The hernia … weaker and more tissue bulges through. In some cases small, painless hernias never need repair. What kinds of surgery … a tender bulge in my groin that became more and more painful on the job. My doctor said I had an inguinal hernia. …
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… page: Dr. Robert Keller Dr. Robert Keller What is low back pain all about? Dr. Robert Keller, an orthopedic surgeon, … about the basics. Dr. Keller, many people have low back pain. When someone sees you about low back pain, what do you tell that person? Dr. Keller: This really …
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… full sentences or breathing during activity. Severe chest pain occurs, or chest pain is quickly getting worse. You cough up large amounts of … that is quickly getting worse. Start having new chest pain. Are coughing more deeply or more often, especially if …
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… Endometriosis usually isn't dangerous. But it can cause pain and other problems. What causes it? Experts aren't sure … fluid. What are the symptoms? The most common symptoms are pain, bleeding, and trouble getting pregnant. You may have pain in your lower belly, rectum or vagina, or lower back. …
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… Overview A sickle cell crisis is a painful episode that may begin suddenly in a person who has … organs, muscles, and bones. This causes mild to severe pain. The pain can last from hours to days. "Painful event" and …
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… with a blood transfusion. Prothrombin time (PT, also referred to as INR) and thromboplastin time (PTT) values: … with a blood transfusion. Prothrombin time (PT, also referred to as INR) and thromboplastin time (PTT) values: …
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… Plantar fasciitis is the most common cause of heel pain. The plantar fascia is the ligament that connects your … can cause tiny tears in the ligament. These can lead to pain and swelling. For example, this problem is more likely … are the symptoms? Most people with plantar fasciitis have pain when they take their first steps after they get out of …
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… is a therapy that uses low-voltage electrical current for pain relief. You do TENS with a small hand-held device. … your skin. The electrodes are often placed on the area of pain or at a pressure point, creating a circuit of … When the current is delivered, some people experience less pain. This may be because the electricity from the …
