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… the vagina or an incision in the belly. It may involve use of either your tissue or artificial material. What To Expect General … ( fistula ). Current as of: August 2, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah Marshall MD - Family …
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… Well It Works Risks Treatment Overview This procedure is used to remove kidney stones. The doctor makes a small incision in your back. The doctor then puts a hollow tube into your … function. Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… loss means losing weight without trying to. It may be caused by a medical problem, so be sure to see your doctor if you are losing weight without trying. If you … Management Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Anne C. Poinier MD - …
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… may bump into furniture or have trouble eating or dressing. Your doctor or stroke rehab team might give you tips for how … most often on the person's unaffected side. Encourage use of the affected side by placing some objects (such as … Current as of: December 19, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… Treatment Overview Electrical stimulation is used to treat urinary incontinence by sending a mild … Timing and duration of therapy varies. For example, your treatment may consist of 12 weeks during which you have … 954–959. Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… of surgery redirects blood around a blocked blood vessel in your leg. So it may improve the blood flow in your leg. This … decrease leg pain, numbness, and cramping. Your doctor will use something called a graft to make the blood go around … blood is redirected through a graft. The graft is either a healthy blood vessel that has been transplanted or a …
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… on a treadmill. The ankle-brachial index (ABI) result is used to predict the severity of peripheral arterial disease (PAD). A slight drop in your ABI with exercise means that you probably have PAD. … 2890–2909. Current as of: September 7, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Rakesh K. Pai MD, FACC - …
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… the septum can be deviated at birth (congenital) or because of an injury, such as a broken nose. Very few people … may use a thin, lighted tool ( endoscope ) to look at your nasal passages and to see the shape of your septum. In … Sinusitis Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
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… Blood Sugar Level Record On this page: Overview Overview Use this form to record a high blood sugar level problem. … Take the completed form(s) to the doctor. If you or your child with diabetes is having high blood sugar … ___Yes ____No Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… in the moment and paying attention. It can help you calm your mind, relax your body, and manage stress. Here are some … off the TV. Basically, don't multitask like we're all so used to doing. Sit somewhere you feel comfortable, and try … your day. Current as of: October 20, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Lesley Ryan MD - Family …
