![Total Lung Lavage: Overview, Benefits, And Expected Results 1 What is Acupuncture: Overview](https://adoctor.org/wp-content/uploads/adoctor-procidures-300x158.png)
...is used to treat pulmonary edema, or excess fluid accumulation in the lungs, as well as other pulmonary conditions, including cystic fibrosis and sarcoidosis. What is Total Lung Lavage? Total...
![What Is Uveitis? 2 Uveitis](https://adoctor.org/wp-content/uploads/adoctor-conditions-50-300x158.png)
**What is Uveitis?** Uveitis is a general term that refers to inflammation within the middle layer (uvea) of the eye. The uvea consists of three parts: **The iris:** The colored...
![What Is Mediastinoscopy: Overview, Benefits, And Expected Results 3 What is Mediastinoscopy: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results](https://adoctor.org/wp-content/uploads/26816-what-is-mediastinoscopy-overview-benefits-and-expected-results-300x169.webp)
...thymus gland. Mediastinoscopy is often performed to diagnose and determine the extent of several conditions including lung cancer, lymphoma, tuberculosis, and sarcoidosis. The procedure allows the doctor to assess the...
![What Is Sialography: Overview, Benefits, And Expected Results 4 What is Acupuncture: Overview](https://adoctor.org/wp-content/uploads/adoctor-procidures-300x158.png)
...Sarcoidosis, a condition characterised by the inflammation of various parts of the body Sjogren’s syndrome, an autoimmune disorder characterised by dry eyes and dry mouth These conditions may cause symptoms...
![What Is Heart Imaging With Positron Emission Tomography (Pet): Overview, Benefits, And Expected Results 5 What is Acupuncture: Overview](https://adoctor.org/wp-content/uploads/adoctor-procidures-300x158.png)
...heart tissue, which can indicate conditions such as myocarditis or sarcoidosis. ### Preparation Prior to a PET heart imaging study, you will need to: – Fast for 4-6 hours before...
![What Is Nephrolithiasis (Kidney Stones)? 6 Nephrolithiasis](https://adoctor.org/wp-content/uploads/adoctor-conditions-150-300x158.png)
**Q: What is Nephrolithiasis (Kidney Stones)?** **A:** Nephrolithiasis, commonly known as kidney stones, refers to the formation of solid mineral deposits within the urinary tract, specifically in the kidneys. These...
![What Is Pericardial Effusion? 7 Pericardial Effusion](https://adoctor.org/wp-content/uploads/adoctor-conditions-40-300x158.png)
**What is Pericardial Effusion?** **Q: What is pericardial effusion?** **A:** Pericardial effusion is an abnormal buildup of fluid in the pericardial sac, the lining surrounding the heart. This fluid buildup...
![What Is Pneumothorax? 8 Pneumothorax](https://adoctor.org/wp-content/uploads/adoctor-conditions-231-300x158.png)
**Q: What is Pneumothorax?** **A:** A pneumothorax is a medical condition in which air or gas accumulates in the pleural space, the area between the lung and the chest wall....
![What Is Acute Gastritis? 9 Acute Gastritis](https://adoctor.org/wp-content/uploads/adoctor-conditions-51-300x158.png)
## What is Acute Gastritis? **Acute gastritis** is a sudden inflammation of the stomach lining. It can cause pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. In severe cases, it can lead to...
![What Is Endomyocardial Biopsy: Overview, Benefits, And Expected Results 10 What is Acupuncture: Overview](https://adoctor.org/wp-content/uploads/adoctor-procidures-300x158.png)
...imbalanced immune system. Patients with unexplained arrhythmias Other heart conditions that may be diagnosed using endomyocardial biopsy are cardiac sarcoidosis, cardiac tumors, and amyloidosis. Although invasive, endomyocardial biopsy is considered...