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Having Laparoscopic Colon Surgery
After discussing your colon problem, you and your doctor may decide that laparoscopic treatment is right for you. How well you get ready for the surgery can affect its success. Make sure you understand all instructions your doctor gives you.
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What is Ulcerative Colitis?
Ulcerative colitis causes inflammation and sores (ulcers) in the inner lining of the rectum and colon. It is a form of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Read on to learn about how this condition is diagnosed and treated.
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Colostomy: Changing Your Pouch
Your healthcare provider gave you a stoma (new opening for stool to pass from the body) during surgery. Stool starts to pass from the stoma soon after surgery. That means you'll need to learn how to change your pouch before you go home.
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Ostomy Care: Emptying Your Pouch
You need to empty a drainable pouch when it gets to be about one-third full. To empty your pouch, follow the steps described here in order.
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After Gallbladder Surgery
Here's what you need to know about caring for yourself after gallbladder surgery.
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Cholecystectomy
You've had painful attacks caused by gallstones. To treat the problem, your doctor wants to remove your gallbladder. This surgery is called cholecystectomy.
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After Hip Replacement: Sitting Safely
Use these tips to help sit safely after you have hip replacement surgery.
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Hip Safety: Using the Toilet
Read this for some tips to help you use the toilet safely after hip surgery.
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Total Knee Replacement
During total knee replacement surgery, your damaged knee joint is replaced with an artificial joint (called a prosthesis). This surgery almost always reduces joint pain and improves your quality of life. Read on to learn more about the surgery.
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