Here is a summary of the important facts and information related to breast cancer. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in the United States. Recent findings indicate that an American woman has a one in eight chance of developing breast cancer during her lifetime. Most breast lumps are not cancerous; they are benign. […]
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Gallstones may cause no symptoms at all or may cause various symptoms, sometimes severe. Most gallstones don’t cause illness and are termed “silent” stones. They often are discovered accidentally, when an individual has medical tests for other health concerns. Silent gallstones may be small enough to pass through the ducts between the liver and small
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During the first appointment with the surgeon, patients should discuss expectations and concerns to make sure the surgery will achieve the desired look. Remember – a tummy tuck will improve the body’s shape, but will not achieve perfection. After the exam, the surgeon will discuss treatment options and recommend the best option to achieve the
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The type of anesthesia administered depends on several factors, including the extent of surgery and the patient’s tolerance of pain. Most people having this surgery have general anesthesia, so that they are unconscious and pain-free during the operation. For a mini-tummy tuck, patients may instead receive local anesthesia that is combined with a sedative to
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After surgery the following temporary symptoms are common. They usually resolve quickly. Discomfort or pain, which may need pain medication during the first few days Bruises and swelling of the abdomen Bleeding Numbness of the central part of the abdomen below the navel Nausea or vomiting after general anesthesia Patients usually need to wear a
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Here are some frequently asked questions related to abdominoplasty (tummy tuck): Q: My surgeon said I should have a tummy tuck instead ofliposuction because I have too much loose skin. Why wouldabdomen surgery be better for me? A: The best candidates for liposuction have firm, elastic skin. If it is likely that the abdominal skin might hang down in an
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Here is a summary of the important facts and information related to abdominoplasty (tummy tuck): Abdominoplasty or tummy tuck is a surgical procedure to remove excess skin and fat and tighten abdominal muscles. It is not a weight-loss technique. The best candidates for a tummy tuck are healthy adults who have a fairly normal weight. They have
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Here are definitions of medical terms related to abdominoplasty (tummy tuck): Abdomen: The part of the body that lies between the chest and the pelvic region Abdominoplasty: An operation that involves surgically cutting out excess skin and fat from the abdomen and sometimes tightening abdominal muscles; commonly called “tummy tuck” Anesthetic: A drug used to temporarily reduce or
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Here are some reliable sources that can provide more information about abdominoplasty (tummy tuck): American Society for Aesthetic and Plastic Surgery Phone: 1-888-272-7711 http://www.surgery.org American Society of Plastic Surgeons Phone: 1-888-475-2784 http://www.plasticsurgery.org Cosmetic Surgery and Skin Care News http://www.cosmetic-surgery-news.com/cosmetic_surgery.htm
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What to expect after tonsil removal surgery: Your child will likely experience moderate nasal congestion and drainage, a sore throat, and earaches for a few days after surgery. Allow about two weeks for full recovery. During this time, keep your child from engaging in strenuous physical activity. It is best for a parent to
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The main symptoms of adenoiditis are nasal stuffiness and nasal discharge. In this respect, adenoiditis is not really distinguishable from the common cold. In children who develop a common cold, the adenoids become inflamed as part of the illness. If nasal stuffiness and discharge persist for longer than about 10 days-especially if the discharge has a greenish,
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Here are some frequently asked questions related to tonsillitis and tonsillectomy: Q: Years ago, children’s tonsils were removed often. Why is it different today? A: At one time doctors believed that tonsils had no real purpose and routinely removed them to avoid tonsillitis. Today, tonsils and adenoids are seen as perhaps the “first line of defense” against disease-causing germs that
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