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… Test Overview An extremity X-ray is a picture of your hand, wrist, arm, foot, ankle, knee, hip, or leg. It is … are done to: Find the cause of pain in an extremity. See if your bone is fractured or your joint is dislocated. See if … the Doctor Current as of: December 19, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
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… can cause an infection. A sample of cells from the back of your throat is added to a substance that promotes the growth … there's nothing you have to do before this test, unless your doctor tells you to. Tell your doctor if you have … the Doctor Current as of: September 8, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… level of blood sugar over the past 2 to 3 months. It helps your doctor see whether blood sugar levels have been staying within your target range. How often: Every 3 to 6 months Goal: A … any sensation has been lost. How often: Once a year Goal: Healthy feet with no foot ulcers or loss of feeling Dental …
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… herniation? The bones (vertebrae) that form the spine in your back are cushioned by round, flat discs. When these discs are healthy, they act as shock absorbers for the spine and keep … doctor usually can diagnose a cervical herniated disc from your history of symptoms and a physical examination. Your …
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… that shows tissue that isn't normal. During LEEP, your doctor will put a tool called a speculum into your vagina. It opens the vagina a little bit. This lets … delivery. Adaptation Date: 9/20/2023 Adapted By: HealthLink BC Adaptation Reviewed By: HealthLink BC …
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… works in one of two ways: It lowers the amount of hormones your body makes. It blocks the cell receptors. This keeps … (Femara). GnRH agonists or LH-RH agonists. They stop your ovaries from making estrogen. They include: Goserelin … hot flashes—are mild, you may get some relief if you eat healthy foods, exercise, and lower your stress. Your doctor …
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… Doctors are often able to diagnose cellulitis based on your symptoms and a physical examination. In most cases, you … But tests sometimes may be done to find out what's causing your symptoms and to rule out other problems. For example, … Swelling Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Martin J. Gabica MD - …
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… Test Overview A swallowing study is a test that shows what your throat and esophagus do while you swallow. The test … foods coated with barium. The barium shows the movements of your throat and esophagus on the X-ray while you swallow. … the Doctor Current as of: December 19, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family …
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… go to the hospital immediately. How is it diagnosed? Your doctor will ask you about your symptoms and do tests, including blood tests. You may … for good. Current as of: October 31, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… it? The large intestine has many good bacteria that keep it healthy and do not cause disease. If you take antibiotics to kill bacteria that do cause disease, your medicine may also kill the good bacteria. This may … Clostridioides difficile (C. diff) bacteria to grow in your large intestine. They can release harmful substances …
