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… It Works Risks Surgery Overview Surgery may be used to treat a torn rotator cuff if the injury is very … after surgery if you take pain medicines prescribed by your doctor. Your arm will be protected in a sling for a … less likely to work than surgery to repair an injury to a healthy tendon. Risks Along with the risks of surgery in …
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… Overview A blow to the chest can cause a minor or serious injury. It is not unusual to have the … after a chest injury, it is important to determine whether your pain might be caused by a heart problem. If you do not … Problems Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… deep part of the muscle, the cancer is of higher grade, or your doctor suspects that cancer may spread to other parts … in which lymph nodes are removed. This is needed because cancer can spread through the lymph system to other … (lymphocele). Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Sarah Marshall MD - Family …
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… Multiple lipomas occur more frequently in men. What causes it? The cause of lipomas is not completely understood, … be diagnosed by its appearance alone. In some cases, your doctor may order an imaging test, such as an ultrasound … the Skin Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
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… and does not blanch (lose colour briefly when you press your finger on it then remove your finger). In a … Injuries Current as of: December 19, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means …
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… can develop during the first few weeks after birth. What causes it? Group B strep bacteria normally exist in the … may have the bacteria but have no infection from it. But your baby could get the infection during birth. It is … and Tests Current as of: October 31, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Susan C. Kim MD - …
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… the surgery. The doctor will make several small cuts in your belly. Then the doctor puts special tools and a camera … vitamins, and minerals while you lose weight. Even with a healthy diet, you probably will need to take vitamin and … saline into your port. This will inflate the band and cause it to tighten. You will probably have many adjustments …
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… and do something else. ADHD: Helping Your Child Get the Most From School Attention Deficit … Disorder) Current as of: October 20, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means …
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… is convenient if strangulation does not appear likely. In healthy adults, hernias that can be pushed back into the … length of life, how much the hernia is bothering you, and your wishes will be taken into account. People with … abdomen (ascites) that increases abdominal pressure and causes the hernia to recur after it is repaired. Some surgeons …
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… 24 hours. Swelling, itching, and a change in skin colour. Nausea and vomiting. Anxiety, drowsiness, and fainting. … 20 minutes at a time. Put a thin cloth between the ice and your skin. Try an over-the-counter medicine for itching, … Bites Current as of: November 9, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. Blahd Jr. MD, …
