Gas pains are a common side effect that you can expect when you’re expecting. You have a lot less room in your abdomen than you did before. The hormone fluctuations you’re going through don’t help either. Progesterone is one of the main culprits of gas buildup in pregnancies because it relaxes the digestive tract muscles …
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What is a yeast infection? Typically, your doctor will prescribe an antifungal medicine to get rid of a yeast infection. The medication should resolve within one to two weeks. A yeast infection is an overgrowth of a yeast fungi called candida that are naturally present in the body. Candida fungi live in: The mouth The throat The vagina The stomach …
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Generic drug: velaglucerase alfa Brand name: VPRIV What is VPRIV (velaglucerase alfa), and how does it work? VPRIV (velaglucerase alfa) is an enzyme produced in a fibroblast cell line that catalyzes the hydrolysis of the glycolipid glucocerebroside to glucose and ceramide in the lysosome of macrophage cell types. VPRIV is indicated for long-term enzyme replacement therapy for pediatric and adult …
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Generic drug: testosterone Brand name: Testim What is Testim 1% (testosterone gel), and how does it work? Testim is a prescription medicine that contains testosterone. Testim is used to treat adult males who have low or no testosterone due to certain medical conditions. Your healthcare provider will test your blood before you start and while you are using Testim. It …
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What is labiaplasty? A majority of labiaplasties are performed on sexually mature women to reduce the labia size or achieve symmetry, for aesthetic reasons. Labiaplasty is a surgical procedure to alter the shape and size of the labia minora. Labia minora are the inner “lips” of the vulva, a woman’s external genitals. Labiaplasty is the removal of excess tissue from …
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What are forehead pimples? Forehead pimples are usually caused because blocked pores on your skin. Your forehead tends to be an area where the skin gets naturally oily from it's own skin oils, oil from your hair, or skincare products that block your pores. Pimples, also known as acne, are common for most people. The red, painful bumps can crop …
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Proctologists work closely with gastrointestinal (GI) specialists, also known as Gastroenterologist, who provide complete care for disorders that affect the digestive system. A proctologist is a surgeon who specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders of the lower digestive tract, which includes the colon, rectum, and anus. Currently, proctologists are referred to as, “colorectal surgeons” or “colon and rectal surgeons.” Proctologists …
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Ablation description and uses An ablation is a minimally invasive procedure that is used to treat uterine, cardiac and other types of conditions. An ablation procedure is a minimally invasive procedure. It is used to destroy layers of abnormal tissues in various parts of the body using lasers or cold. Ablation can be done for cosmetic reasons (on the skin …
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Eye infection Yellow discharge from the eyes is your body trying to fight an infections. This may be caused by chemicals in your eyes, extended contact lense use, irritant in your eye, fungi, parasites and amoebas. Your eyes, like every other organ in your body, can become infected by bacteria, fungus, or viruses. When an infection happens, your eyes react …
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What is an embolization procedure? The side effects of embolization if general anesthesia is used include nausea, headache, and confusion. Embolization is a therapeutic procedure to selectively block blood flow in a specific area in the body. Embolization is performed by placing medications or synthetic materials, known as embolic agents, inside a blood vessel. The embolic agents come together to …
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