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What is joint replacement surgery? Joint replacement surgery removes and replaces an arthritic or damaged joint with an artificial joint (prosthesis). It may be considered only after other treatment options…

What is an occupational therapist? Occupational therapy is a healthcare profession that helps people with physical, developmental, or emotional disabilities lead independent, productive, and satisfying lives. An occupational therapist (OT)…

What is beta thalassemia? Thalassemia is a blood disorder that is inherited. This means it’s passed down from one or both parents through their genes. When you have thalassemia, your…

What is vaginitis? Vaginitis is any inflammation or infection of the vagina. It’s common in women of all ages. About 1 in 3 women have vaginitis at some time in…

What are warts? Warts are common skin growths. They can spread to other parts of the body and to other people by contact. Most warts go away with no treatment…

What are X-rays of the extremities? X-rays use invisible electromagnetic energy to make images of the bones and surrounding soft tissues. Standard X-rays are done for many reasons, including diagnosing…

Does this test have other names? LDH isoenzymes What is this test? This is a blood test to measure the different LDH forms or isoenzymes that may be in your…

Several types of devices are used to deliver medicine in a fine mist right into the lungs. They are used to treat asthma. They can also treat other lung diseases, such as…

What is obsessive-compulsive disorder? Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a common anxiety disorder. It causes unreasonable thoughts, fears, or worries. A person with OCD tries to manage these thoughts through rituals.…

What is Paget disease of the bone? Paget disease of the bone is a chronic bone disorder. It causes bones to become enlarged and deformed. Bone may become dense, but…