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Soft Tissue Sarcoma: Stages
… treat the cancer. The TNM system for staging soft tissue sarcoma Soft tissue sarcomas are usually staged with the TNM … staging these cancers. The grade is based on the French FNCLCC system using three factors: differentiation, mitotic count, and tumor necrosis. G is the …
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Growth Problems in Children
… Any of these conditions can cause growth problems. So can common treatments for these conditions, such as steroids for … when one X chromosome is missing. This genetic disorder occurs only in girls. It causes poor growth and delayed or no … your child. Next steps Tips to help you get the most from a visit to your child’s provider: Know the reason for the …
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Putting On Compression Stockings and Compression Devices
… Compression stockings are used to treat many vein problems. … the stockings. Follow these instructions closely. Don't buy or wear these stockings without first seeing your … able to use other devices, such as: Intermittent pneumatic compression (IPC) devices: These sleeves inflate. They're …
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Smoking and Asthma
… airways and the small air sacs (alveoli) in your lungs. Tobacco smoke and secondhand smoke are asthma triggers. They are … contain nicotine. Nicotine is a powerful drug. You can become addicted to it. And that can make it hard to stop … need for medicine, healthcare provider and emergency room visits, and hospital stays. And fewer missed work or school …
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Understanding Internal Radiation Therapy for Prostate Cancer
… are done in a hospital. Anesthesia will be used to keep you comfortable. Your doctor will talk to you about the type of … and scans, as well as follow-up appointments. During these visits, tell your doctor how your recovery is going and ask … or after you go home. But you may have to limit some visitors while getting treatment in the hospital. Pregnant …
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Understanding Dementia
… conditions that make it harder to remember, reason, and communicate. The most common form of dementia is Alzheimer … to cells in the brain. Symptoms of dementia Symptoms differ depending on which parts of the brain are affected and … repetitive activities are good choices. Regular doctor visits help keep track of symptoms and overall health. The …
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Handwashing: Tips for Patients, Family, and Friends
… hand cleaner. When to clean your hands You can come in contact with many harmful germs. To help prevent … up after a pet, or handling pet food. If you don’t have access to soap and water, use an alcohol-based hand gel … your hands in the hospital: For family and friends When visiting or caring for a loved one, washing your hands or …
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Biventricular Pacemaker and ICD (Biventricular ICD)
… keeps the heart from beating too slowly. It tries to restore the normal squeezing pattern of the heart by … to any doctor, dentist, or other health care provider you visit. Pacemakers may set off metal detectors. So you may … waist. Most cell phones and electronic devices don't interfere with pacemakers or ICDs. But some cell phones and …
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Laryngeal Cancer: Overview
… The risk factors for laryngeal cancer include: Using tobacco. Drinking alcohol. Being a man. Being age 65 or older. … any screening tests for laryngeal cancer? There's no recommended screening test for laryngeal cancer. Screening … effects. Next steps Tips to help you get the most from a visit to your doctor: Know the reason for your visit and …
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