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What is Mastotomy with Exploration or Drainage of Abscess: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results

...abscess in the area. A breast abscess, which occurs due to the accumulation of pus, causes pain and swelling. Some of them form just under the skin, while some can...

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February 3, 2022
Diseases Procedures

What is Forehead Correction: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results

...skin ⁣and underlying tissues ⁤are⁣ separated from the forehead bone. * **Lifting:** The forehead is lifted ⁣and repositioned, removing excess skin and ⁣tightening underlying ⁤muscles. * **Closure:**⁤ The incisions are...

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February 3, 2022
Diseases Procedures

What is Bone Debridement: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results

Definition & Overview Bone debridement is the surgical process of removing skin and bone close to and surrounding an infected wound associated with bone injuries or diseases. This procedure involves...

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February 3, 2022
Diseases Procedures

What is Herpes Simplex?

...your conditions Adoctor conditions. Read more about Signs of Herpes » Causes of herpes simplex Herpes simplex is transmitted through skin-to-skin contact between an individual infected with the virus and...

What is Hyperthyroidism?

...and eyes Itchy skin Thinning of the hair Eye bulging and irritation (Graves’ ophthalmopathy, or thyroid eye disease) Rarely, reddening and thickening of the skin, most often on the shins...

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December 17, 2021
Diseases Conditions

What is Gastrostomy: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results

Definition and Overview A gastrostomy is a procedure wherein an artificial opening is created and a tube inserted to connect the stomach to the skin. It is generally performed for...

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February 3, 2022
Diseases Procedures

Enterocutaneous Fistula

...contents through the skin, leading to various complications. **Symptoms:** * Leakage of intestinal contents through the skin * Abdominal discomfort * Diarrhea * Skin irritation and drainage **Causes:** * Crohn’s...

September 20, 2024

What Is a General Surgeon?

...by accidents, burns, ⁤or other medical conditions, ⁢as well ‍as ⁤cosmetic surgeries. * Surgical Oncology: Removal of cancerous tumors and⁣ management of cancer-related surgical complications. * Trauma Surgery: Management of...

What is Excision of Chest Wall Tumour: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results

...liver Bleeding and infection at the surgical site Necrosis or cell death, if the body rejects the skin and bone grafts Reference: American Cancer Society /trp_language] **What is Excision of...

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February 3, 2022
Diseases Procedures

What Happens When You Quit Smoking?

...chance of getting lung cancer drops by half In addition to decreasing the chance of lung cancer, your risk of developing smoking-related illnesses also goes down. This includes a reduced chance for...

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March 7, 2024
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