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… page: What is posterior vitreous detachment (PVD)? Posterior … from eye injury or inflammation or can happen after eye surgery. What problems can happen when you have PVD? … detachment . PVD that results from injury, inflammation, or surgery may occur suddenly and may also cause a retinal …
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… for using substances. For example, they may want to know what it feels like to get high. Or they may want to rebel … illegal drugs like that required for prescription drugs. What happens when young people use alcohol or drugs? Alcohol … on, such as problems at school or with friends. Review expectations. Talk with your child about family rules …
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… planning for the birth of your baby. Knowing more about what to expect can help you feel more prepared. Planning your … where and how to deliver your baby. Stages of labour Learn what to expect during the four stages of labour. During …
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… Fracture On this page: What is an avulsion fracture? An avulsion fracture occurs … as pain or discomfort, after the injury heals. You may need surgery if the bone fragment is large and widely separated from the rest of the bone. Surgery may also be done if a tendon or ligament is badly …
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… page: What is a shoulder separation? A shoulder separation is the … them with a sling and physiotherapy, while others feel surgery may be needed. Type IV through VI injuries should be evaluated for possible surgery. Shoulder Problems and Injuries …
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… Conditions Basics Conditions Basics What is a shoulder SLAP tear? A SLAP tear is a specific kind … is used, the test is called an MRI arthrogram. Arthroscopic surgery. This is the only sure way to know whether you have … pain, and going to a physiotherapist. For many people, surgery is the only thing that helps. …
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… Conditions Basics Conditions Basics What is a brain aneurysm? A brain (cerebral) aneurysm is a … want to continue to observe your condition rather than do surgery. You might make this choice because surgery also has risks. Your doctor may suggest ways to keep …
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… Scars On this page: Conditions Basics Conditions Basics What is a keloid scar? A keloid (say "KEE-loyd") is a scar … Keloids can form where the skin is damaged, such as by a surgery cut, a piercing, a burn, chickenpox, or acne. Thick … is most likely to work well with cryotherapy or right after surgery. Other medicines may improve keloids. These include …
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… Leg Aneurysm On this page: What is a leg aneurysm? A leg aneurysm (say … is a leg aneurysm treated? A small aneurysm may not need surgery. But your doctor will watch it closely. Aneurysms … MD - Family Medicine Jeffrey J. Gilbertson MD - Vascular Surgery Current as of: December 19, 2022 Author: Healthwise …
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… page: What is presbyopia? Presbyopia is the normal worsening of … gets worse. If you don't want to wear glasses or contacts, surgery such as LASIK may be an option. LASIK uses lasers to reshape the cornea of your eye. Laser surgery cannot give you both distance and near vision in the …