...affected. It can even improve a patient’s speech, as the affected area can be reconstructed to function as a regular tongue does. Another benefit of a glossectomy is that the...
...high success rate. The minimally invasive surgery, for example, is 90% effective in offering immediate pain relief. However, this also means that the surgery does not offer any guarantee. The...
...doctor uses thermal energy, either through focused heat or cold, to destroy the tumours. The unilateral ablation therapy procedure is usually done on an outpatient basis, meaning the patient does...
...hepatitis B people with an HIV infection people who live with people with a hepatitis B infection employees exposed to blood at work (i.e., healthcare workers) people on blood dialysis...
...function, and reduce pain caused by archritis or hip injury. How Does Total Hip Replacement Work? During total hip replacement, surgeons make an incision into the side of the hip...
...the effects of the radioactive material are expected to dissipate within a few weeks or months. How Does the Procedure Work? Prior to the procedure, the patient will need to...
...RICE method? While some experts have begun questioning whether the RICE method should still be used, many healthcare professionals still recommend it. Research is ongoing into whether RICE is still...
...when a blockage or obstruction of regular airflow in the nasal or oral cavities alters the vibrations responsible for voice quality. It can also happen if the velopharyngeal valve doesn’t...
...may play a role in the development of rosacea. In this article, we explore the link between H. pylori and rosacea, including research, causes, and treatments. Does H. pylori lead...
...complications. Complications typically happen several months (or even years) after the initial tick bite. However, early Lyme disease that doesn’t respond to treatment or is left untreated may lead to...