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Oral lesions are abnormal cell growths or cell changes in or around the mouth that may become cancer. These lesions need to be found early to give you a better chance for a cure.

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) means having constant, intrusive fears (obsessions) that cause you extreme anxiety. Examples include repeated, relentless thoughts about germs, or constant worry that you left the door unlocked. Certain behaviors (compulsions) help relieve the anxiety.

Instructions to care for yourself after having internal fixation of a fractured femur.

Here is how to take care of yourself after surgery to fix or replace a heart valve.

You have been diagnosed with hereditary hemochromatosis. Learn how to care for yourself and when to contact your doctor.

Biobrane (also called artificial skin) is a white stretchable dressing that covers the site of a burn wound. It is also used to cover the donor site if you have a skin graft. It will stay in place to protect your wound while it heals. Here are some general guidelines for home care.

A total abdominal colectomy is surgery to remove your colon. Learn how to care for yourself at home after this surgery.

Here are some things to think about if you're deciding whether to get prostate cancer screening.

Staging of cancer is a way of noting how big the cancer is and if it has spread. The stage is important in helping to decide on treatment choices.