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Menorrhagia

  What is menorrhagia? Menorrhagia is heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding. It can be related to a number of conditions. These include problems with the uterus, hormone problems, or other…

Medical Information for Americans Traveling Abroad

Before traveling abroad, American citizens should know about the services that are offered by the U.S. embassies and consulates. U.S. consular officers can help in finding medical care, transferring funds,…

Growth Problems in Children

What are growth problems in children? A growth problem means that a child falls either below or above the average range of growth for a child’s age, sex, family history,…

Risks of Bariatric Surgery: Anemia

What is anemia after bariatric surgery? Anemia is when your blood has lower levels of red blood cells. Or it may be that your red blood cells don’t have enough hemoglobin.…

Nutrition and Cancer: High-Protein Foods

Calorie and protein guidelines during cancer treatment Each individual’s calorie and protein needs will vary depending on a number of factors, such as age, gender, body weight, and activity level. The…

Fractures of the Orbit in Children

What are fractures of the orbit in children? An orbital fracture happens when one or more bones around one of your child’s eyes is broken. The orbit is the bony…

Fractures in Children

What is a fracture in a child? A fracture is a partial or complete break in the bone. When a fracture happens, it is either open or closed. Open fracture.…

Cystic Fibrosis Overview

What is cystic fibrosis? Cystic fibrosis (CF) is an inherited disease of the glands that make mucus and sweat. People with CF get a defective gene from both parents. People…

Forehead Lift

What is a forehead lift? A forehead lift (also called a brow lift) is a type of cosmetic surgery. It’s done to remove excess fat and skin and tightens the…

Anticipatory Grief

What is anticipatory grief? Anticipatory grief is similar to the normal process of mourning, but it happens before the actual death. It is in anticipation of the death. Mourning is…