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… Done The HIDA scan may be done to: Help find the cause of pain in the upper belly, especially if the pain is on the right side. See how well the gallbladder is … starts. The test may be uncomfortable if you are having pain in your belly. Try to relax by breathing slowly and …
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… done to screen for ear problems, such as hearing loss, ear pain, discharge, lumps, or objects in the ear. An ear … examination of the ear using an otoscope usually isn't painful. If you have an ear infection, putting the otoscope into the ear canal may cause mild pain. Risks The pointed end of the otoscope can irritate the …
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… object in the uterus. These types of problems may cause painful menstrual periods or repeated miscarriages . See if … Your doctor may have you take an over-the-counter pain medicine, such as ibuprofen, about an hour before your test. This can help with cramps and pain during the test. You may want to bring a sanitary pad …
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… out what may be causing symptoms like angina (such as chest pain or pressure). It may be done after a heart attack to … scan is done to: Find the cause of unexplained chest pain or pressure. Find the cause of chest pain or pressure brought on by exercise. Check for the …
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… Very strong contractions (spasms) that can cause chest pain. Or they can make you feel that food is stuck after you … on the esophagus are done to: Help find the cause of chest pain that is not caused by heart problems. Help find the … Detect spasms of the esophagus. Spasms can cause chest pain and problems with how food moves down to the stomach. …
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… , or bleeding. The test can help find the cause of joint pain or swelling. Normally, only a small amount of joint … in your joint and your joint may become swollen, stiff, and painful. A sample of joint fluid can be taken from any joint … Removing some of the joint fluid may also relieve pain caused by the buildup of fluid in your joint. How To …
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… reach the bone marrow. You may feel pressure or some dull pain during the procedure. After the doctor takes the … Be sure you have someone to take you home. Anesthesia and pain medicine will make it unsafe for you to drive or get … is put on the area. How It Feels This procedure may be painful, but only for a few seconds. You may feel a sharp …
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… will feel (palpate) each breast for any unusual or painful areas or for a dominant lump. A dominant lump in the … sore may be found on the nipple. Redness or warmth over a painful lump or over an entire breast may be present. This … found, the next step depends on the problem. Cyclic breast pain, fibrocystic changes , or cysts may just be rechecked …
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… the vulva , scrotum , or penis. The injection can be painful. But local anesthetic is needed when the biopsy is likely to be more painful than the injection. There usually are no … the vulva , scrotum , or penis. The injection can be painful. But local anesthetic is needed when the biopsy is …
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… resonance imaging (MRI) test. Look for the cause of pain in the face. How To Prepare In general, there's nothing … screen (digitally). How It Feels You won't feel any pain from the X-ray itself. You may find that the positions you need to hold are uncomfortable or painful. This is more likely if you have an injury. Risks …
