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Overview of Biofeedback

A biofeedback therapist helps you practice relaxation exercises, which you fine-tune to control different body functions. Eventually, you'll learn ...

Bursitis

If there’s a problem with the structure of a bone or joint (such as legs that are different lengths or arthritis in a joint), that can put more str...

Oophorectomy

An oophorectomy is surgery to remove your ovaries. The doctor will discuss these risks with you before your surgery. Sometimes, eggs can be removed...

What is Ovarian Cancer? what Causes It?

Another set of gene mutations that raises your ovarian cancer risk is one that causes Lynch syndrome, also called hereditary nonpolyposis colorecta...

What Happens When You Have a Hip Fracture?

Some people with hip fractures can still walk. If your doctor thinks you’ve got a broken hip, they’ll ask questions about any recent injuries or fa...

Osteoporosis: Diagnosis and Treatment

Once you know you have osteoporosis, you have many options for treating the condition and strengthening your bones to prevent fractures. Bisphospho...

Whats Knee Replacement Surgery?

During surgery, an orthopedic surgeon removes the damaged part of the knee and replaces it with an artificial joint made of metal and plastic. A co...

Arthritis Supplements

There are many different brands of glucosamine and chondroitin, which are usually sold together as one arthritis supplement. People taking blood-th...

Dental Health and Wisdom Teeth

Your dentist or oral surgeon may recommend that your wisdom teeth be extracted even before problems develop. The relative ease at which your dentis...

Tonsillitis

Tonsillitis is an infection of your tonsils, two masses of tissue at the back of your throat. Your doctor might give you these drugs in a one-time ...

Caring for Your Teeth and Gums

You should also see your dentist if you have pain in your teeth or mouth or bleeding, swollen gums. You can also ask your dentist about dental seal...

Oral Lichen Planus

Oral lichen planus is a long-lasting disease that affects your mouth with symptoms such as white patches, redness, and swelling. Your doctor can di...