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… are two types of ophthalmoscopy. Direct ophthalmoscopy. Your doctor uses a tool that is about the size of a small … can magnify up to about 15 times. Indirect ophthalmoscopy. Your doctor uses a small hand-held lens and either a slit … the Doctor Current as of: October 12, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family …
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… through the digestive tract . After you chew and swallow your food, it moves into your stomach, where it is mixed with acid and digestive … 1360–1368. Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
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… of these) has been injected into the joint. This allows your doctor to see the soft tissue structures of your joint, such as tendons , ligaments , muscles, cartilage … the Doctor Current as of: December 19, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
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… Overview A HIDA scan is an imaging test that checks how your gallbladder is working. The gallbladder is a small sac under your liver. It stores bile, a fluid that helps your body … Scan Current as of: December 19, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
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… view of the parts of the eye . During the examination, your doctor can look at the front parts of the eye. These … lamp examination. Eyedrops may be used to widen (dilate) your pupils and to numb the surface of your eyes. Before the … the Doctor Current as of: October 12, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family …
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… Test Overview An endometrial biopsy is a way for your doctor to take a small sample of the lining of the … microscope for abnormal cells. An endometrial biopsy helps your doctor find problems in the endometrium. An endometrial … the Doctor Current as of: August 2, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah Marshall MD - Family …
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… of cells from the surface of the cervix is collected by your doctor. The sample is then spread on a slide (Pap … cancer . The recommended Pap test schedule is based on your age and on things that increase your risk. Talk to your … (VSE) Adaptation Date: 6/14/2023 Adapted By: HealthLink BC Adaptation Reviewed By: HealthLink BC …
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… test uses ultrasound to look at the inside of your uterus. A salt (saline) solution is put in the uterus … or problems getting pregnant. If a contrast fluid is used, your doctor will look at the fallopian tubes too. This is … the Doctor Current as of: August 2, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family …
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… how well the eyes, inner ears , and brain help you keep your balance and position (such as when you change from … when the head is moved. But nystagmus without moving your head or nystagmus that does not go away may be caused … Ask the Doctor Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Anne C. Poinier MD - …
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… scan. A radioactive tracer is injected into a vein in your arm. It travels through your blood and into the lungs. Pictures from this scan can … the Doctor Current as of: December 19, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Anne C. Poinier MD - …
