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… Arthritis: Should I Have Knee Replacement Surgery? Decision Point You … and improve how well you can bend your knee. Rehab will take several weeks, but you should be able to start walking, … within a few days. Surgery is only for people with severe osteoarthritis who do not get pain relief from …
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… Tonsillitis: Should My Child Have a Tonsillectomy? Decision Point You may … because of repeated infections may have fewer and less severe infections for at least 2 years after the surgery. … says that she will probably grow out of it. I am going to take care of her myself for now and wait and see if that …
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… Miscarriage: Should I Have Treatment to Complete a Miscarriage? Decision … that you can talk to your doctor about them. Miscarriage: Should I Have Treatment to Complete a Miscarriage? 1 Get the … to see if your body completes the miscarriage on its own. Take medicine to complete the miscarriage. Have surgery to …
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… Dupuytren's Disease: Should I Have Hand Surgery? Decision Point You may want to … the tight tissue. Delaying surgery until your condition is severe—for example, waiting until you are unable to use your … disease Have surgery for Dupuytren's disease Surgery takes 30 minutes to 2 hours. You may be asleep or awake, …
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… Lumbar Spinal Stenosis: Should I Have Surgery? Decision Point You may want to have a … can talk to your doctor about them. Lumbar Spinal Stenosis: Should I Have Surgery? 1 Get the Facts 2 Compare Options 3 … pain relievers for low back pain. But if you can't take NSAIDs, you can try acetaminophen (Tylenol, for …
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… Arthritis: Should I Have Hip Replacement Surgery? Decision Point You … with new metal, ceramic, or plastic parts. It can help with severe pain. It may also improve how well the joint works … Walking aids. A cane, crutches, or a walker can help take some of the stress off of your hip and make it easier …
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… Low Back Pain: Should I Have an MRI? Decision Point You may want to have a … about having to lie on your back. Time. An MRI usually takes 30 to 60 minutes but can take as long as 2 hours. … Greg, age 38 My back and leg pain has been constant and severe since I twisted my back about 3 months ago. Most of …
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… Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Should I Have Surgery? Decision Point You may want to have a … What problems can you have from carpal tunnel syndrome? Severe carpal tunnel syndrome that lasts a long time can … these home care treatments don't help, you may be able to take corticosteroid shots or pills to improve your symptoms. …
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… Arthritis: Should I Have Shoulder Replacement Surgery? Decision Point … rub together and cause damage and pain. In most cases, it takes years for cartilage to break down. As your arthritis … surgery. As your osteoarthritis gets worse: You may have severe pain. You may not be able to do your daily …
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… Rotator Cuff Problems: Should I Have Surgery? Decision Point You may want to have a … to your shoulder. This is even more true if you have a severe tear in the tendons or if your tendons are weak. You … you'll continue physiotherapy for up to 8 weeks. It may take a few months to recover. You get relief from your pain. …
