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Cardiomyopathy means heart muscle disease. If you have cardiomyopathy, you have a problem with the muscle tissue that makes up your heart. Your heart may not be pumping as well as it should. Read on to learn more.

Here is what to expect after a hysterectomy.

Self-catheterization means putting a clean tube (catheter) into the bladder to empty urine. Follow the steps to do self-catheterization.

Self-catheterization simply means inserting a clean tube (catheter) into the bladder to empty urine. This helps you empty your bladder when it won't empty by itself or won't empty all the way. You were shown in the hospital how to do this procedure. Read on for helpful step-by-step directions.

A groin hernia is when a small sac of intestine or fat pokes through a weak area of muscle into the lower abdomen. The weak area of muscle is formed that way before birth. The sac is formed by tissue that lines the abdomen. This kind of hernia usually happens on one side of the groin. 

An ingrown nail is the result of a nail growing into the skin that surrounds it. This often occurs at either edge of the big toe. Ingrown nails may be caused by improper trimming, inherited nail deformities, injuries, fungal infections, or pressure.

Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is a problem with the heart muscle. It may not cause symptoms that bother your child. But it can lead to serious problems over time. The good news is that it can usually be managed.

Meningitis is inflammation of the lining around the brain and spinal cord. Learn about the causes, symptoms, risk factors, treatment, and more.

I your child is in the ICU, it means that they need special care and attention that can be given only by a team of specially trained healthcare providers. This sheet tells you more about what to expect when your child is in the ICU.