...prevent future episodes of strep throat and recurrence of rheumatic fever. **Question: What is Rheumatic Fever?** **Answer:** Rheumatic fever is an inflammatory condition that primarily affects the heart, joints, skin,...
...into the right atrium. The pacing generator is placed right below the skin beneath the collarbone. On some occasions, pacemaker leads are placed or inserted through a surgical incision in...
...arthritis are localized to the affected joint as a result of inflammation and include:[6][7] Redness of the overlying skin Swelling Pain Stiffness and difficulty moving Heat Inability to bear weight...
...their hands Poking themselves in the eye Pulling their hair Scratching at their skin Picking the skin Biting themselves Smearing feces A person with autism who feels frustrated, overwhelmed, or...
...of Unilateral Ablation Therapy Unilateral ablation therapy is a minimally invasive procedure typically performed to treat one or more small pulmonary tumours in people with certain forms of cancer. The...
...vaginal opening and facilitate delivery. This procedure can lead to the loosening of the skin and the sensation of a wide vagina. This can result in decreased sexual satisfaction for...
...SLE vary based on the organs affected. Common symptoms include: * **Skin:** Reddish butterfly-shaped rash on the face, skin ulcers, and sensitivity to ultraviolet light. * **Joints:** Joint pain, stiffness,...
...of breath Pale skin Yellow skin and eyes, known as jaundice Protruding abdomen Dark urine Facial bone deformities Slow growth If you think you or your child may have thalassemia,...
...is now commonly performed percutaneously using a needle that is inserted through the skin. Who Should Undergo and Expected Results Percutaneous needle muscle biopsy is performed to diagnose infections that...
...well as retain the capability of urinating while standing up. There are two techniques to perform this procedure; one is the pedicled or local flap phalloplasty, which uses a skin...
