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Bunion surgeryis a common operation to get rid of abunion, however, it’s not without its risks.While a large majority of patients are pleased with their decision to have bunion surgery, some patients encounter post-operative problems that can interfere with the overall outcome.While it’s important to haveproperly executed bunion surgery, there are complications that can occur that can be lessened if you are actively involved in your recovery. 1Return of BunionPeter Dazeley / Getty ImagesOne of the most common concerns patients have with bunion surgery is if the bunion will come back....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPossible RisksSigns and SymptomsTiming and Safety Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Possible Risks Signs and Symptoms Timing and Safety Mixing alcohol andPercocet (oxycodone plus acetaminophen)can be dangerous. On their own, alcohol and Percoset can both slow breathing, impair judgment and coordination, and be toxic to the liver. These hazards are amplified when the two are taken together. Combining alcohol and Percocet can cause irreversibleliver damageif consumed excessively or over a long period of time....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow It HappensSymptomsTreatmentComplicationsPreventionWhen to See a Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How It Happens Symptoms Treatment Complications Prevention When to See a Provider Road rash is an area on the body where the skin has been scraped off (skin abrasion). The injury is most likely to happen with outdoor activities that are done on tarred surfaces, like skateboarding. Road rash on the skin looks raw and may bleed a little....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsRobitussin vs. Mucinex: Product TypesDosageWhich Is Better: Mucinex or Robitussin?Side EffectsDrug InteractionsHow to Choose the Right Medication Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Robitussin vs. Mucinex: Product Types Dosage Which Is Better: Mucinex or Robitussin? Side Effects Drug Interactions How to Choose the Right Medication This article compares the similarities and differences between Robitussin and Mucinex. Getty Images /Smith Collection/Gado/ Contributor Robitussin is a cough suppressant that contains two active ingredients: dextromethorphan and guafenesin....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHistoryMinimally Invasive SurgeryContraindicationsBenefitsRisksConditions TreatedBefore Robotic SurgeryDuring Robotic SurgeryAfter Robotic Surgery Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents History Minimally Invasive Surgery Contraindications Benefits Risks Conditions Treated Before Robotic Surgery During Robotic Surgery After Robotic Surgery Robotic surgery (also called robotic-assisted surgery) is perhaps the most cutting-edge medical technology of modern times. The most widely used system today involves a camera and the use of very small surgical tools attached to robotic arms....

Key TakeawaysTesting wastewater for COVID-19 is an effective way to track potential outbreaks.Thanks to an improved method, this type of surveillance can be done faster, more efficiently, and cheaper.The improvement in the process allows dozens of samples from sewers and sewage treatment plants to be tested each day rather than only a handful.Rapid wastewater testing may also be used to detect and track other viral outbreaks in the future. Key Takeaways Testing wastewater for COVID-19 is an effective way to track potential outbreaks....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat RMSF Looks LikeSymptomsHow RMSF SpreadsWhere Is RMSF Found?Who Is Most at Risk?RMSF vs. Lyme DiseaseDiagnosisCan RMSF Go Away On Its Own?Treatment OptionsLong-Term EffectsPreventionWhen to Go to the ER Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What RMSF Looks Like Symptoms How RMSF Spreads Where Is RMSF Found? Who Is Most at Risk? RMSF vs. Lyme Disease Diagnosis Can RMSF Go Away On Its Own?...

It’s been a year since the U.S. Supreme Court voted to overturnRoe v. Wade, the landmark decision that guaranteed a constitutional right to abortion. Since then, there’s been a growing divergence between states that are bolstering access to reproductive health care and those that are restricting it. In states where abortion is banned or restricted, people seeking to terminate a pregnancy must travel far out of state or risk the potential illegality of performing a medication abortion at home....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Indigestion?What Are Rolaids?What Is Tums?Dosing GuidelinesHow Effective Are Rolaids vs. Tums?Side Effects and PrecautionsAlternative Treatment OptionsSummaryFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Indigestion? What Are Rolaids? What Is Tums? Dosing Guidelines How Effective Are Rolaids vs. Tums? Side Effects and Precautions Alternative Treatment Options Summary Frequently Asked Questions More than 60 million Americans experienceheartburnat least once a month, and approximately 15 million Americans experience symptoms of heartburn daily....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Rolandic epilepsy is a seizure disorder that affectsyoung childrenand adolescents. It is also called benign rolandic epilepsy (BRE) of childhood, epilepsy with centrotemporal spikes, or benign partial epilepsy of childhood. Children with this condition have mild seizures that cause twitching, tingling,or numbness of the face and tongue. Children with BRE don’t typically develop lifelong epilepsy or have any associated neurological impairment....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsGenetic Risk FactorsLife ExpectancySymptomsDiagnosisTreatmentSupportive CareResearchNext in hATTR Amyloidosis GuideSigns and Symptoms of hATTR Amyloidosis Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Genetic Risk Factors Life Expectancy Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Supportive Care Research Next in hATTR Amyloidosis Guide This article reviews the role of genetics in developing hATTR amyloidosis. An overview of the symptoms,diagnosis,treatment, and outlook of hATTR amyloidosis will also be discussed. Luis Alvarez / Getty Images...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow Do Pheromones Work in Humans?Specific Pheromones Involved in Human AttractionPheromones, Perfumes, and Effectiveness Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How Do Pheromones Work in Humans? Specific Pheromones Involved in Human Attraction Pheromones, Perfumes, and Effectiveness But do pheromones exist in humans? And if so, do they play a specific role in sexual attraction? That’s where experts seem to disagree. This article discusses the concept of human pheromones, outlining available research on whether they may be an active part of sexual attraction behavioral processes....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionFunctionPain Relief Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition Function Pain Relief The levator scapulae or levator scap, are two large superficial muscles that stretch along each side of the spine over your upper back and neck. Their main function is to elevate the shoulder blades and tilt your head from side to side but they also work with other muscles to stabilize the spine....