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All About Genicular Artery Embolization for Knee Pain

Nov 11, 2024

Knee pain caused by osteoarthritis (OA) can hamper every movement of your day, from getting out of bed to finding a comfortable position in which to sleep. Genicular artery embolization can help.

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5 Things You Need to Know About Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)

Oct 17, 2024

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a dangerous health condition because many people show no symptoms until they’re experiencing a serious event. Here’s what you need to know about PAD.

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What to Expect Before, During, and After Kyphoplasty

Sep 11, 2024

Are your mobility and comfort compromised by damaged vertebrae due to a spinal compression fracture? Kyphoplasty might be able to help.

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How Treating Varicose Veins Can Improve Your Vascular Health

Aug 15, 2024

Do you struggle with varicose veins? These unsightly bulging veins in your lower legs aren’t just aesthetically displeasing, they could be adversely affecting your vascular health.

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How Genicular Artery Embolization Might Be the Answer to Your Knee Pain

Jul 16, 2024

Is knee pain caused by osteoarthritis limiting your mobility and your enjoyment of life? A minimally invasive procedure called genicular artery embolization could be the answer.

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The Link Between Anemia and Uterine Fibroids

Jun 20, 2024

Anemia is often caused by blood loss — which for many women happens monthly. If you have uterine fibroids, your monthly flow may be heavier and last longer. It would seem that anemia and fibroids are linked.

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What Does Wound Management Involve?

May 13, 2024

Knowing how to properly clean, dress, and manage a wound can save you from scarring, infection, and even the potential loss of a limb. Here’s what you need to know.

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The Dangers of Deep Vein Thrombosis

Apr 05, 2024

Deep vein thrombosis can be a silent killer, striking suddenly and without warning. If you have poor vascular health, DVT is one of the main things you should be worried about.

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When Is Uterine Fibroid Embolization the Right Choice?

Mar 21, 2024

Uterine fibroids can be miserable to live with, or they can cause almost no symptoms at all. Depending on your unique situation, you might want to ask your doctor about embolization.

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My Husband Is Embarrassed about Having a Varicocele. How Can I Help Him?

Feb 05, 2024

Varicoceles are relatively common and easily treated, but some men don’t want to accept their problem and seek help. Here are some ways to help your husband feel less ashamed.

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Who Is Eligible for Kyphoplasty?

Jan 18, 2024

Preserving the spine can be difficult after a severe fracture to your vertebrae, but there are minimally invasive ways to restore stability and integrity.

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Is Osteoporosis Preventable?

Dec 13, 2023

Osteoporosis is often thought of as an “old person’s disease,” but its causes are present early in life. Here’s what you can do to lower your risk and possibly prevent osteoporosis.

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Yes, You Can Reduce Your Varicose Vein Risk: Here's How

Nov 02, 2023

Varicose veins can look unsightly and feel itchy, swollen, or painful. Left untreated, they can even be dangerous. How can you reduce your risk for varicose veins?

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5 Factors that Put You More at Risk for Deep Vein Thrombosis

Oct 02, 2023

Proactively addressing vascular health can play a critical part in protecting you from serious and potentially life-threatening health conditions like deep vein thrombosis.

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All About PAD: Early Signs, Complications, Treatment, and Prevention

Sep 01, 2023

September is peripheral artery disease (PAD) awareness month. Here’s everything you need to know about this dangerous and potentially even fatal disease.

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3 Reasons You Should Never Ignore a Slow-Healing Leg Wound

Aug 07, 2023

A slow-healing leg wound may not cause you much concern, especially if it’s small. But delayed healing could be a sign of a more serious underlying problem, which could be very serious.

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What to Do About Painful Varicose Veins

Jul 14, 2023

Do your legs have ropy veins that stand out, throb, and feel hot or painful? If so, you should talk to a professional who can evaluate your vascular health and provide a solution.

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Understanding Your Peripheral Artery Disease Diagnosis

Jun 09, 2023

If left untreated, peripheral artery disease (PAD) can lead to serious complications, even amputation. Here’s what you need to know about your diagnosis.

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Reasons Why Your Legs Are Swelling

May 22, 2023

Do your legs constantly end up swollen and puffy at the end of the day? If so, you could have a vascular condition that needs immediate treatment. Find out if your swollen legs are an emergency.

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Are Spider Veins a Health Risk?

Apr 10, 2023

Those blueish-purple veins definitely look serious, but how do you know for sure when (or if) they need medical attention? Here, we take the guesswork out of your health and give you straight-from-the-expert advice on what to do about your spider veins.

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What Can Women Do to Prevent the Onset of Uterine Fibroids?

Mar 06, 2023

Women can take preventative measures for several different diseases, including the onset of uterine fibroids. But first of all, we need to understand what this term actually refers to.

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The Importance of Self Care – How to Put Yourself First

Feb 27, 2023

You might have a lot to deal with on a daily basis. Aside from going to work and making sure your house is tidy, you might need to cook, shop, do important errands and pay your bills.

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Women’s Health Matters: Essential Tips for Maintaining Optimal Wellness

Feb 20, 2023

Some might believe that women need to follow pretty much the same recommendations as men when it comes to health and wellness. It’s true that proper diet, sleep and exercise is essential.

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The Secret to Feeling Young: Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle

Feb 13, 2023

Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is an important aspect of overall well-being. There are several key elements to maintaining a healthy lifestyle, such as eating a well-balanced diet.

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5 Effective Exercise Tips for Staying Fit and Strong

Feb 06, 2023

Aside from a healthy diet, exercising regularly is the best approach towards ensuring that you have a healthy and strong body. Even if you’re overweight and out of shape, adopting some of the following exercises will help you out:...

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Starting an Exercise Plan Without Hurting Your Knees and Joints

Jan 27, 2023

Exercise is one of the most recommended activities for a healthy life. It improves the cardiovascular system, helps regulate blood pressure, and helps us acquire and maintain a healthy body. Still, nothing in excess is good.

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Can Healthy Exercise Actually Slow Down the Aging Process?

Jan 20, 2023

The fact that sports and athletic activities have an extremely beneficial influence on your current health is obvious. Additionally, recent studies show that healthy exercise could actually slow down the aging process.

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The Best Approach to a Healthy Long-Term Diet

Jan 13, 2023

Balancing the good and bad nutrients, as well as the calories you consume and burn during exercise, are the secrets to a healthy diet. A healthy diet is when you make good, healthy purchases and cook at home, and follow a regular exercise program.

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How Self Care Can Help Prevent Serious Diseases

Jan 06, 2023

The World Health Organization has published some new guidelines on how people can actively make good decisions for their health, as well as for the health of their loved ones. These new WHO guidelines provide recommendations on self-care...

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Keeping Track of Women’s Health Problems in Your 30s and 40s

Dec 27, 2022

Keeping track of women’s health issues in your 30s and 40s can be of tremendous help. For instance, sometimes you may find out that you need to apply some type of treatment for uterine fibroids Fort Collins clinics perform.

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What You Need to Know Before Getting Treatment for Spider Veins

Dec 20, 2022

Spider veins usually appear because veins get weakened or damaged. The so-called “spider veins” can be blue, red or purple. They present themselves as fine lines or branches.

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Are Most Treatments for Uterine Fibroids Safe?

Dec 13, 2022

Treatment for uterine fibroids can take various forms, depending on the exact degree of severity that your condition has. In this respect, fibroids which result in too much bleeding or bladder issues must surely be treated as soon as possible.

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Why Is Bone Health So Under Threat as We Grow Older?

Dec 06, 2022

Although bones may seem to be quite solid, inside they are quite soft, much like a honeycomb. We should note the fact that bone tissues are actually broken down and then rebuilt mostly all the time.

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Foods That Promote Bone Health

Nov 29, 2022

As you age, you might notice that your bones and joints become more brittle. You could be more prone to fractures, and you might have even broken your leg or suffered a compression fracture from something...

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How to Get Fit Without Harming Your Knees and Back

Nov 22, 2022

Getting fit is no easy task, and if you’re committed, you might end up going into some pretty heavy exercises. If you want to get through your workout plan without injuring your back legs or knees, you’ll have to be very careful.

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Recommended Foods for Someone with Heart Problems

Nov 08, 2022

When you suffer from heart disease or any other type of heart problem, it’s very important to take proper care of your health. Diet and nutrition will be one of the keys to improving heart health and preventing further problems from arising.

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Little Things You Can Do to Feel Young for as Long as Possible

Nov 05, 2022

Aging can be scary on a lot of levels. However, the good news is that you can do a lot to slow it down and to look and feel younger as you advance in years. Some activities can help you feel and look younger if they are performed long term.

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How Treating Spider Veins Can Prevent Major Problems

Oct 28, 2022

Have you noticed, over time, that some veins have appeared on your feet and look like a cobweb? It is a condition named telangiectasias, which affect many people. Women have a greater predisposition to broken veins on their legs,...

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The Simplest Treatment for Varicose Veins

Oct 21, 2022

Varicose veins can make you reluctant about wearing shorts or swimsuits, but their implications go beyond the cosmetic nature. The vast majority of people will feel pain, fatigue or swelling in the legs, as a result of blood accumulation in the vessels.

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Is Kyphoplasty for Compression Fracture Painful to Get?

Oct 14, 2022

Patients suffering from osteoporosis are prone to fractures of the spine or vertebral body. Usually, in the case of osteoporosis, the anterior part of the vertebral body gets fractured, decreasing the height of the vertebra.

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Facts You Need to Know About Getting a Venogram for May-Thurner Syndrome

Oct 07, 2022

Vascular surgeons recommend the treatment of May-Thurner syndrome with 2 objectives: to decrease the risk of deep vein thrombosis or to treat the deep vein thrombosis already formed, thus relieving the symptoms and possible future complications,...

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Is There Any Efficient Treatment for Spider Veins?

Sep 26, 2022

Varicose or spider veins do not affect just your appearance. They can be very uncomfortable to live with. Treatment for spider veins can be minimally invasive and can help decrease symptoms such as exhaustion, pain, etc.

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Leg Ulcer Treatment and Preventing Further Progression of the Condition

Sep 19, 2022

Leg ulcer treatment can be long-lasting. In other words, leg ulcer takes quite a long time to heal. There are certain symptoms that may indicate the formation of leg ulcers, such as: your skin got hardened, which can make your leg feel hard,...

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Which Treatment for Uterine Fibroids Is the Best for You?

Sep 12, 2022

Uterine fibroids can be quite common. And they can be indicated by irregularities in the uterus’ shape. In case you have any symptoms that may suggest the presence of uterine fibroids, there can be some other steps that you may have to take.

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Is Kyphoplasty For Compression Fracture An Effective Treatment?

Sep 05, 2022

Compression fracture can make your back pain seem unbearable. And if that is the case, kyphoplasty for compression fracture may be, indeed, a very efficient treatment.

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How Not to Treat Spider Veins – Home vs. Professional Solutions

Aug 25, 2022

Telangiectasias or spider veins, as they are also called, represent dilations that affect the small vessels (0.5-1 mm) of the superficial venous system. They are dark blue or purple in color, with a tendency to conglomeration,...

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Is a Venogram Necessary for Detecting May Turner Syndrome?

Aug 18, 2022

May Turner’s syndrome or compression syndrome of the iliac vein occurs when the right common iliac artery crosses the left iliac vein, compressing it between the artery and the spine.

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How an Interventional Radiologist Could Impact Your Vascular Health

Aug 11, 2022

The principles of minimally invasive medicine, which provide a high degree of comfort to patients, are reflected in techniques known as interventional procedures provided by a Fort Collins vascular doctor.

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Can a Vertebral Compression Fracture Treatment Help Prevent Future Fractures?

Aug 04, 2022

Compression fracture occurs when the pressure on the vertebra produces its collapse; it occurs most commonly secondary to osteoporosis, being associated with intense pain and changes in the spine, which can lead to serious health problems.

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Why Home Treatments for Varicose Veins Might Not Be Enough

Jul 26, 2022

It’s important to get proper treatment for varicose veins as quickly as possible. However, even with the many warnings and encouragements from medical practitioners, a lot of people tend to ignore varicose veins until they become a significant problem.

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Should You Hurry Up to Get a Treatment for Vertebral Compression Fractures?

Jul 19, 2022

Aside from the fact that they can be painful, vertebral compression fractures are not easy to deal with. Because it’s an actual fracture – as the name does suggest – you will be in considerable pain, which can only get worse as you keep moving...

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How Kyphoplasty Works for Treating Compression Fractures

Jul 12, 2022

As technology grows more advanced by the minute, new procedures are constantly used even by physicians who don’t ask you for a lot of money. Kyphoplasty is one such procedure that would have been considered remarkably advanced not long ago,...

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What Is the Least Invasive Leg Ulcer Treatment?

Jul 05, 2022

If you suffer from leg ulcers, your first instinct is probably to try to solve the problem as quickly and painlessly as possible, without having to resort to complex or invasive procedures.

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The Need for a Careful Approach When Dealing with Vertebral Compression Fracture Treatment

Jun 28, 2022

Trauma and accidents with minor impact can cause vertebral compression fracture, especially if the quality of the bone is poor due to certain diseases or conditions.

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Why Do You Need a Venogram for May- Thurner Syndrome

Jun 21, 2022

May-Thurner syndrome is caused by compression of the left iliac vein by the right iliac artery. It is as if we press a hose between our fingers, so the venous blood returns with difficulty from the lower limb to the heart.

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Do Endovascular Experts Handle All Problems Related to Veins?

Jun 14, 2022

Endovascular surgery is a modern method of surgery, minimally invasive, performed without incisions, through small punctures of the skin under visual radiological control.

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How to Talk to Your Endovascular Specialist about Spider Veins

Jun 08, 2022

If you have a condition known as spider veins, it is important to consult an endovascular surgeon with experience in the treatment of varicose veins in general, and, in particular, in the use of sclerotherapy for the treatment of small superficial veins.

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What Can an Endovascular Specialist Help You with?

May 26, 2022

The body is extremely complex, and nowhere is that seen better than when you try to analyze (or even count) all the myriad of tiny blood vessels and large veins and arteries that your body uses to circulate the blood everywhere.

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Can Lifestyle Choices Help Alleviate Leg Ulcers?

May 19, 2022

Depending on why they appear, leg ulcers might be either easier or harder to get rid of. Essentially, leg ulcers are unhealed sores that appear on the legs. If left untreated, they will often keep coming back, even if they heal temporarily.

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Treatment Options for Varicose Veins

May 12, 2022

When you ask an expert about varicose veins, you’ll find that they can recommend two distinct types of treatments to help with the problem. One of it is conservative treatment, which involves non-invasive measures that are designed to alleviate symptoms...

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How Are Vertebral Compression Fractures Treated?

May 03, 2022

Vertebral compression fractures can be difficult to deal with when you don’t have the support of a skilled and dependable physician. The main problem, however, is the pain and the fact that you have to deal with severe discomfort in some cases.

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Can You Prevent Peripheral Arterial Disease?

Apr 28, 2022

Because of the nature of peripheral arterial disease (PAD), a lot of people think that it might be unavoidable. Experts say that at some point you will need surgery to avoid a debilitating problem or even having a heart attack.

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Which Venous Diseases Are the Most Dangerous?

Apr 21, 2022

Venous diseases are surprisingly prevalent. If you live in the United States, statistics show that you are very likely to suffer from at least a minor venous disease. Fortunately, in most cases the disease itself doesn’t present much of a threat,...

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The Impact of Having Varicose Veins

Apr 14, 2022

Even though varicose veins are not necessarily considered to be a serious medical condition by most experts, they can have serious repercussions if they’re not addressed in a timely manner.

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How Do Compression Fractures Impact Your Life?

Apr 07, 2022

When you visit an interventional radiologist, they might help you find out more about the unseen aspects of your body. Pain and complications involving compression fractures are some of the issues that could go unnoticed especially in patients...

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Things to Know About the Treatment of Vertebral Compression Fractures

Mar 28, 2022

Vertebral compression fractures (also known as VCFs) are among the most common types of fractures formed in people suffering from osteoporosis. The disease causes the thinning of bone matter and a decrease in overall bone density...

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How Does Peripheral Arterial Disease Develop?

Mar 21, 2022

If you heard of coronary artery disease (CAD), you might have also heard of its lesser known but no less dangerous counterpart, PAD (or peripheral arterial disease).

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Can Lifestyle Choices Prevent Spider Veins

Mar 15, 2022

Spider veins or varicose veins are a disorder that can appear when too much pressure is placed on the legs or when there are problems with the blood flow or arteries. Varicose veins are essentially twisted blood vessels that don’t allow for proper blood...

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Leg Ulcers – How They Develop and How They Are Treated

Mar 07, 2022

If you spend some time researching the right treatment for leg ulcers online, you might already know all about what they are. These sores are typically long lasting, and they can take more than two weeks to heal.

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What Does Kyphoplasty for Compression Fracture Do?

Feb 28, 2022

A vertebral compression fracture treatment is typically necessary for patients suffering from osteoporosis or those who have otherwise suffered one of more compression fractures that have affected their vertebral height.

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4 Risks That a Treatment for Enlarged Prostate Can Help You Avoid

Feb 21, 2022

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), also known commonly as an enlarged prostate, can have a variety of consequences in the long run. Without a special treatment for enlarged prostate, such as prostate artery embolization,...

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Can a Medical Treatment for Spider Veins Be Better Than a Home Remedy?

Feb 15, 2022

Spider veins or varicose veins can be treated in a number of ways, and not all of them are difficult or invasive. Some home remedies can help get rid of spider veins over a longer period of time naturally and without much risk.

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What Are the Most Important Responsibilities of an Interventional Radiologist?

Feb 08, 2022

If you did some research into the field of radiology, you’ve probably already heard of interventional radiologists. These trained medical professionals have the role of using advanced imaging technology to obtain...

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Is Leg Ulcer Treatment a Complicated Procedure?

Jan 26, 2022

Leg ulcers most often occur in older people when the veins in the legs do not send blood back to the heart. This is due to improper operation of the connecting valves between the superficial and deep veins.

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Questions to Consider for the Treatment of an Enlarged Prostate

Jan 19, 2022

An enlarged prostate is a urological condition that involves an increase in the size of the prostate as some men get older. Besides age, another significant risk factor involved in the occurrence of this disease is a diet rich in phytoestrogens.

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Important Facts to Know About Treating Uterine Fibroids

Jan 12, 2022

Uterine fibrosis mainly affects women between the ages of 30 and 50. Statistics show that 40% of women will develop fibrosis at some point in their lives. Although there are many cases in which there are no symptoms,...

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Are the Main Treatments for Spider Veins Truly Effective?

Jan 05, 2022

Spider veins are a very common but unsightly condition. Peripheral blood circulation that happens in normal parameters prevents the appearance of spider veins, but there are also treatments for this condition so look for a vascular doctor near me for help.

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Modern Treatment Options for Enlarged Prostate

Dec 24, 2021

An enlarged prostate can be painful and cause a great deal of discomfort. If you’re experiencing difficulty or pain while urinating or having sex, then an enlarged prostate could be the main culprit.

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What Does a Leg Ulcer Feel Like and Why Should You Seek Medical Help?

Dec 17, 2021

We often complain about poor circulation, but we seldom realize just how far that problem can really go. Leg ulcers are a good example, representing a problem that not many people have to deal with, but that unfortunately,...

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The Symptoms and Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

Dec 10, 2021

Benign prostatic hyperplasia is not an uncommon disorder, but it can be quite uncomfortable. Also called benign prostatic enlargement, it is basically a condition where the prostate grows in size, causing discomfort during urination or sexual activity.

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Spider Veins – Why They Appear

Dec 03, 2021

As with many disorders, it can be difficult to pinpoint the exact cause of a problem like that of spider veins. This condition will typically occur when blood vessels tend to pool blood close to the surface of the skin,...

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Studying the Use and Approach of Prostate Artery Embolization

Nov 24, 2021

Embolization of prostate adenoma is a safe, comfortable, minimally invasive therapeutic method, representing a modern alternative to urological surgery, used in the past as the only option for the treatment of advanced cases.

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Should You Consider Going to See an Interventional Radiologist?

Nov 18, 2021

Interventional radiology is a newly developed sub-specialty that provides minimal surgical procedures under imaging guidance (angiography, computed tomography or ultrasonography), without open surgery or operating room.

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The Symptoms and Causes of an Enlarged Prostate

Nov 12, 2021

When a man reaches about 25 years of age, the prostate begins to grow. This natural increase is known as benign prostatic hyperplasia. 50-60% of men will experience no problem, while the rest may suffer from urination difficulties...

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What Are Varicose Veins and How Do You Treat Them

Nov 05, 2021

Varicose vein disease is a chronic venopathy of the superficial veins and communicators of the lower limb, characterized by permanent venous dilatations, as well as morphological and parietal alterations.

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The Most Essential Benefits of Visiting an Endovascular Specialist

Oct 28, 2021

Some surgeons appear in a patient’s life to perform a certain operation, solve their particular health problem, and then move to other patients – which is natural, as this is their job.

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Is Leg Ulcer Treatment Easy to Go Through?

Oct 14, 2021

Diabetic foot ulcers present as shallow, crater-like red wounds on the surface of the skin of the foot, or sometimes as deeper wounds, extending over the skin and reaching the tendons and bones.

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3 Good Options for Treatment for Uterine Fibroids

Oct 07, 2021

Many women with uterine fibroids have no symptoms. If they occur, they may be influenced by the location, size and number of fibroids. The most common symptoms may be: severe menstrual bleeding...

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Some Useful Links for You to Get Started

May 19, 2021

It seems like you’re running a default WordPress website. Here are a few useful links to get you started: Migration How to use WordPress Migrator Plugin? Migrate WordPress from Siteground to Cloudways

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