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Nasal polyps are abnormal, soft growths in the nose or sinuses. Read on to learn more.

This is a a type of surgery done to fix an abnormal curve of the spine known as scoliosis. Minimally invasive surgery uses two or more small cuts (incisions) instead of one large incision. This may lead to less pain after surgery and faster recovery.

Minimally invasive spine surgery is a type of surgery on the bones of your backbone (spine). This type of surgery uses smaller cuts (incisions) than standard surgery, often causing less harm to nearby muscles and other tissues. Learn more about why and how it's done, and what the risks are.

A dysphagia diet is a special eating plan. Your healthcare provider may advise it if you have trouble swallowing (dysphagia).

A nuclear medicine scan is a type of imaging test. It's done to help diagnose and treat a number of diseases. This type of test uses small amounts of radioactive matter.

Scleral buckling surgery is a type of eye surgery. It's done to correct a detached retina. It can restore vision.

Tongue-strengthening exercises can help you swallow better. You may need these exercises if you have trouble swallowing (dysphagia). With practice these exercises may help make your tongue stronger and able to move more easily.

Reverse total shoulder replacement is a type of surgery. It's done to repair an injury to the rotator cuff. Here's what you need to know about recovering at home.

Septal myectomy is an open-heart surgery. It's done to treat hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. This is when the heart muscle becomes thick. During the surgery, extra muscle is removed. This lets the blood pump through the heart more easily.