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Hyperthyroidism means you have an overactive thyroid gland that makes too much thyroid hormone. Read on to learn about self-care and follow-up care for this condition.

You have been diagnosed with a concussion. This is a type of brain injury caused by a sudden impact to your head. It can also be caused by sudden movement of your brain inside your head, such as from forceful shaking. Some concussions are mild, and most patients have a full recovery. Others are severe. Early care and monitoring are important to prevent long-term complications.

Your child is diagnosed with immune thrombocytopenia purpura (ITP). This blood disorder causes your child's immune system to destroy their body's own platelets (cells that help stop bleeding). Here's what you need to know about home care.

Your doctor used a special needle to remove a small piece of tissue from your kidney to examine it for signs of damage and disease. A kidney biopsy is ordered after other tests have shown that there may be a problem with your kidney. Kidney biopsies are also performed when kidney disease is suspected and to rule out cancer.

Instructions for caring for yourself after laminectomy.

Learn how to manage your low blood pressure at home.

Learn how to irrigate your colostomy. This is a way of emptying your colon at scheduled times. It may help control your bowel movements.

A J-tube is used when you aren't able to eat or drink enough to keep your normal body weight. Here's what you need to know to care for your J-tube at home.

The NG tube will give you food, fluids, and medicine. Read on for helpful information about when to call your provider.