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You have been diagnosed with Crohn's disease. Read on to learn how to care for yourself at home.

You had a gastrectomy. During this surgery, some or all of your stomach was removed. As you heal from surgery, here's what you'll need to know to care for yourself.

You are being treated for breast cancer or precancer. The cancer or precancerous tissue was removed with surgery. This may have been done with a lumpectomy. Or it may have been with a total mastectomy. Here is information that includes allowed activities and home care.

You had minimally invasive coronary bypass surgery. Here's what you need to know about home care.

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. This sheet can help you care for yourself at home.

You had a shoulder arthroscopy. It is a surgical procedure that helps the health care provider diagnose and treat shoulder problems. These include instability, arthritis, and rotator cuff problems. Below are instructions to help you care for your shoulder when you are at home.

A black-and-blue nail (also called a black nail) is usually caused by sudden or repetitive injury to a toe. If your toe is black and blue but not injured, see your healthcare provider immediately.

There are several causes of very thick or crumbling nails. They can be caused by injuries or pressure from shoes. Fungal infections are a common cause. Diabetes, psoriasis, or vascular disease are other possible causes.

After carotid artery stenting, you will most likely stay overnight in the hospital for care and monitoring. Here is what you can expect at the hospital.