Varicose veins – Causes, symptoms, management, and prevention

Varicose veins – Causes, symptoms, management, and prevention

Varicose veins are a common condition in which the veins become enlarged, raised, and often twisted and rope-like. These veins are generally seen on the legs but can occur elsewhere throughout the body.
Chana Kemp
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Everything to know about seizures

Everything to know about seizures

Do you know what can cause seizures? Seizures are a symptom of neurological disorders and affect millions of people worldwide. They can be dangerous since they may occur without warning, making one vulnerable to accidents.
Adeline Hogan
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Adenoidectomy – Preparation, procedure, and risks involved

Adenoidectomy – Preparation, procedure, and risks involved

If your child is experiencing breathing difficulties or frequent ear infections, a health expert may suggest an adenoidectomy. This procedure involves the removal of the adenoids, small masses of tissue found at the back of the throat.
Amanda Jarvis
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Frequent urination – Causes, signs, and management options

Frequent urination – Causes, signs, and management options

The condition of a repeated urge to urinate is described as frequent urination or urinary frequency. The bladder can hold pee until urgent, around four to eight times daily. Excessive fluid intake, infected urinary bladder, and certain treatments or health conditions can cause one to pee more often than normal.
Adeline Hogan
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Everything to know about echocardiography

Everything to know about echocardiography

There are several medical imaging techniques to analyze the functioning and structural abnormalities of the heart. Echocardiography is one such test that helps doctors identify problems with the pumping organ.
Amanda Jarvis
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Hip replacement surgery – What it is, its risks, and tips for recovery

Hip replacement surgery – What it is, its risks, and tips for recovery

The surgeon removes and replaces the damaged hip joint with an artificial implant during hip replacement surgery. This prosthesis is made of plastic, ceramic, or metal. The goal of this surgery is to improve mobility and decrease pain.
Dani Medrano
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Hand tremor – Causes, symptoms, and management

Hand tremor – Causes, symptoms, and management

Hand tremors are a neurological disorder that causes shaking or trembling movements in the hands. The condition can be mild or severe and occurs at rest or during directed motions.
Otto Munoz
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Key things to know about gastroenterologists

Key things to know about gastroenterologists

The discipline of gastroenterology involves studying the function of various organs in the GI (gastrointestinal) system, such as the stomach, intestines, pancreas, and liver. Gastroenterologists are doctors who specialize in gastroenterology.
Amanda Jarvis
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