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… tissues where the cancer started growing. It almost never spreads to other parts of the body. Squamous cell skin cancer . This type is … in a scar or on skin with ongoing problems. It sometimes spreads to other parts of the body. When found and treated …
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… a hole on the outer edge, or rim, of the iris, the coloured part of the eye. This opening allows fluid ( aqueous humour … the iris, the posterior chamber. This opening may decrease pressure in the eye and usually prevents sudden buildup of pressure within the eye, which …
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… cough, sneeze, laugh, or exercise. A Bonney test is done as part of the bladder stress test, after the doctor verifies … Why It Is Done The bladder stress test may be done as part of a physical examination when: You have involuntary … cough, sneeze, laugh, or exercise. A Bonney test is done as part of the bladder stress test, after the doctor verifies …
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… removes only the diseased and damaged nail, not the healthy part of the nail. It is done in a clinic or your doctor's office. Either the entire nail (avulsion) or part of the nail (debridement) can be removed. This … removes only the diseased and damaged nail, not the healthy part of the nail. It is done in a clinic or your doctor's …
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… doctor may remove extra tissue from the uvula, tonsils, or part of the soft palate. The soft palate is the back part of … So you may still need to use continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP). You will probably go home the day after … So you may still need to use continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP). You will probably go home the day after …
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… house, or a library. Anger and arguments are normal parts of healthy relationships. But anger that leads to … If there is a cycle, learning to recognize it may help you prevent violence from occurring. If you are angry, hostile, … If there is a cycle, learning to recognize it may help you prevent violence from occurring. If you are angry, hostile, …
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… of the brain. Early symptoms may include: Confusion Depression Forgetfulness Difficulty sleeping Behavior changes … CJD (vCJD)? CJD and vCJD are not the same disease. They are part of a group of diseases caused by abnormal prions. The … (BSE). It is thought to be passed to humans from eating cow parts infected with BSE prions. For more information For …
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… ovulation . Electrocautery or a laser is used to destroy parts of the ovaries. This surgery is not commonly used. But … help restore ovulation and improve the chances of becoming pregnant for some people who don't respond to other … help restore ovulation and improve the chances of becoming pregnant for some people who don't respond to other …
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… as a result of reduced sensitivity in the feet and may precede more serious infections or foot ulcers if the cause … wheelchair and bedrest may be used to reduce weight and pressure on the feet. Foot infections need to be treated … in the foot dies ( gangrene ), one or more of the toes, part or all of the foot, and sometimes part of the leg may …
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… is in the body and where it is located. If the cancer has spread, the stage also includes how far it has spread. The grade describes how tumour cells look under a … IV : Cancer has spread beyond the lymph nodes into other parts of the body (metastasized). Doctors often need more …