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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionTypes of Spina BifidaSymptomsWhom It AffectsComplicationsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentOutlook Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition Types of Spina Bifida Symptoms Whom It Affects Complications Causes Diagnosis Treatment Outlook Spina bifidaocculta is also known as hidden spina bifida. The term “spina bifida occulta” translates to “hidden split spine.” It is a birth defect (a health problem present at birth) that occurs when thespineandspinal corddo not form as they should....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesSymptomsDiagnosisTreatmentSurgeryRecovery After SurgeryRisksWhen to See a Healthcare Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Surgery Recovery After Surgery Risks When to See a Healthcare Provider A deviated septum is when the cartilaginous or bony structure that divides thenosein half (the septum) is off-center (deviated).Research supports that for most people, the nasal septum is off-center to some extent and doesn’t divide the nose equally....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat It IsPurposeHow to PrepareWhat to ExpectRecovery Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What It Is Purpose How to Prepare What to Expect Recovery A fistulotomy is a surgical procedure used to treat afistula. A fistula occurs when two organs or tracts form an abnormal connection. Fistulotomy is most commonly used to treat uncomplicated perianal fistulas (those occurring in and around the anus)....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of Contents"How It Works"“Understanding the Results"“Accuracy"“Cost"“Hair vs. Urine Tests” Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents “How It Works” “Understanding the Results” “Accuracy” “Cost” “Hair vs. Urine Tests” A hair follicle drug test is one way to screen for recreational drug use orprescription drug abuse. A section of hair, about 200 strands, is sent to a lab for testing. One of the benefits of follicle drug tests is that they can show whether someone used or abused drugs as far back as three months before the test....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionSymptomsCausesMalar Rash and LupusTreatmentLife-Threatening ComplicationsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition Symptoms Causes Malar Rash and Lupus Treatment Life-Threatening Complications Frequently Asked Questions A malar rash is an outbreak on the face that appears as discoloration (change in the natural skin tone) or redness of the skin on the nose, cheeks, and chin. It’s a unique rash because it can be associated with different medical conditions, such as those that will trigger the immune system to be hyperactive....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsIn ChildrenBacteria and Lymph NodesSymptomsDiagnostic TestsTreatmentComplicationsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents In Children Bacteria and Lymph Nodes Symptoms Diagnostic Tests Treatment Complications Frequently Asked Questions The development of a retropharyngeal abscess is a medical emergency that can be life-threatening. Urgent treatment is necessary because this abscess can impact your ability to swallow and breathe. In this article, learn about the common causes that lead to a retropharyngeal abscess and how it is treated....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionCausesDo They Go Away?DiagnosisTreatmentAre They a Sign?Seeking Medical Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition Causes Do They Go Away? Diagnosis Treatment Are They a Sign? Seeking Medical Care A stork bite (nevus simplex) is a type ofbirthmark. Newborns with a nevus simplex are born with a flat spot that may be red or pink and develop in different body areas. It may occur in up to 20% to 30% of newborns....

Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Uric Acid? Purpose Types of Test Interpretation A uric acid test can help diagnose gout and determine if uric acid is the cause of your kidney stones. It also helps monitor for abnormal uric acid buildup in people undergoing cancer treatment. Verywell / Emily Roberts Uric acid is a waste product that your body makes when it breaks down chemicals called purines....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is a Varicocele?Types of SurgeryConditions TreatedPotential RisksDoes Varicocele Surgery Affect Fertility?How to PrepareWhat to ExpectRecovery Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is a Varicocele? Types of Surgery Conditions Treated Potential Risks Does Varicocele Surgery Affect Fertility? How to Prepare What to Expect Recovery Varicocelectomyis a surgery used to remove swollen veins inside thescrotum, calledvaricoceles. It is generally performed when varicoceles cause chronicpainorinfertility....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is It?TypesWhy Is It Performed?PreparationDuring the ProcedureBenefitsRisks and Side EffectsAfter the ProcedureLong-Term Outlook Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is It? Types Why Is It Performed? Preparation During the Procedure Benefits Risks and Side Effects After the Procedure Long-Term Outlook This article will go over everything you need to know about ablation therapy, including what it is, itspurpose, how to prepare for the procedure, benefits, risks, and more....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUsesHow they WorkPrecautionsTaking and StoringSide EffectsWarnings Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Uses How they Work Precautions Taking and Storing Side Effects Warnings Angiotensin-converting enzyme(ACE) inhibitors are oral medications that lower blood pressure. They are used to treat a variety of heart-related conditions includinghigh blood pressure,coronary artery disease, andheart failure. They are also used to help control the progression ofdiabetesandkidney disease. This article looks at ACE inhibitors, their uses, precautions, and contraindications....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Acute infectious thyroiditis is a very rare thyroid gland infection. This type of infection is painful, associated with a fever, and progresses rapidly. It can affect children and adults. Acute infectious thyroiditis can often be treated with antibiotics and a procedure that drains the fluid and pus. This article will discuss the symptoms, possible complications, and causes of acute infectious thyroiditis....

By definition, ADLs are the essential tasks that each person needs to perform, on a regular basis, to sustain basic survival and well-being. The term helpshealthcare professionalsquickly communicate the level of assistance an individual might need or how their health is impacting their day-to-day life. Defining the 9 ADLs One standard for defining the areas of Activities of Daily Living is the Occupational Therapy Practice Framework, which defines ADLs as “activities that are oriented toward taking care of your own body....