Vascular surgery is a surgical subspecialty that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the arterial, lymphatic, and venous systems. Physicians who specialize in providing care for patients with such conditions are referred to as vascular surgeons. Get a better Read More
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What to Expect During a Hernia Repair Procedure
A hernia is a condition in which an internal organ or body part squeezes or pokes through a weak spot in the surrounding muscle or tissue. It can occur in different places in the body: in the groin (inguinal hernia); in the inner thigh (femoral hernia); at the umbilicus or belly button (umbilical Read More
How to Know if You Have an Upper Respiratory Infection
For purposes of medical functions such as diagnoses and treatments, the respiratory system is divided into the lower and upper respiratory tracts – with the vocal cords essentially being the dividing point. An upper respiratory infection can therefore affect the nose, sinuses, and throat, whereas a Read More
FAQs About UTIs and What You Should Know Before Going to the Doctor
Urinary tract infection (UTI) is a common problem, especially for women. If not treated properly and at the appropriate time, it can lead to serious problems and pain. What is a UTI? A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection of the kidneys, ureters, bladder, or urethra. The lower urinary Read More
Common Myths About Mammograms
A mammogram is a non-invasive screening procedure that can detect signs of breast cancer early before noticeable symptoms occur (such as a lump or a nipple discharge) – which is when it may be too late for successful treatment. Mammograms are considered the gold standard in breast cancer Read More
Chest Pain: What You Need to Know
Chest pain is one of the major reasons people visit the doctor or go to the emergency room. In the United States, it accounts for more than 8 million visits every year. On a global scale, chest pain affects up to 40 percent of the general population. Potential Causes of Chest Pain Chest pain has Read More
Steps You Can Take to Reduce The Symptoms of High Blood Pressure
If you are one of the millions of American adults who have hypertension (high blood pressure), it is important to understand how serious it is to get it under control. With the help of your primary care physician, your numbers can normalize, and you can avoid potentially dangerous symptoms and Read More