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A renal angiography is a study of the blood vessels in your kidneys. Here's what to do at home following this procedure.

Gout is a painful form of arthritis caused by an excess of uric acid. This is a waste product made by the body. It builds up in the body and forms crystals that collect in the joints, bringing on a gout attack. Alcohol and certain foods can trigger a gout attack. Here are some guidelines for changing your diet to help you manage gout.

Remember: Any kind of sex puts you at risk of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Look for signs of STDs on you and your partner. Get checked if you're not sure. And if you do have an STD, get treated! Tell your partner so he or she can get checked, too.

Prophylactic mastectomy is the surgical removal of one or both breasts in an effort to prevent or reduce the risk of breast cancer. There are several reasons women choose this surgery. You talked to your healthcare provider about these reasons before your surgery. This sheet can help you care for yourself at home.

A time may come when the only outcome from the therapies that prolong life is the prolonging of suffering, with no chance of meaningful recovery. At that point, you may choose to talk with the healthcare provider and ask that life support be removed.

Surgery can be done to both diagnose and treat lung cancer. In most cases, surgery is used if the cancer is found in an early stage. You will need to prepare. Work with your healthcare provider to learn more about what to expect before, during, and after surgery.

Surgery is often done to get a closer look at the inside of the lungs and to help treat lung problems.

To get the most from your new shoulder, you need to take an active role in your recovery.

A ganglion is a cystic swelling that is found in overlying joint and tendon sheaths, especially of the wrist. The foot and other extremity areas are sometimes involved. Ganglia can be treated surgically and nonsurgically.