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What is fluoride? Fluoride helps prevent tooth decay. It can either be put on the surface of the teeth, or taken in through the water supply or supplements (called systemic fluoride). It…

Once you meet the discharge criteria specified for your type of surgery, you will be released to go home. Or you may be moved from the recovery room to a…

The importance of meal planning when you have diabetes You can control your blood sugar levels to a certain extent by eating a good diet, exercising, and staying at a…

Does this test have other names? Very low-density lipoprotein cholesterol test What is this test? This test measures the amount of very low-density lipoprotein (VLDL) in your blood. VLDL cholesterol…

How to describe a skin condition A healthcare provider may ask you to describe your skin condition and its location. Here are some of the more common terms that may…

What is pelvic pain? Pelvic pain is a common problem in people assigned female at birth. The cause is often not clear. It can have many causes. In some cases,…

When your body can’t get rid of waste in the normal way, you may need an ostomy. This can happen because of a disease or a medical procedure. An ostomy…

What is meningitis in children? Meningitis is a swelling (inflammation) of the thin membranes that cover the brain and the spinal cord. These membranes are called the meninges. What causes…

What is normal breast development? Breast development is a vital part of a woman’s reproduction. Breast development happens in certain stages during a woman’s life: first before birth, again at…

What is pericardiectomy? A pericardiectomy is a procedure done on the sac around the heart. A surgeon cuts away this sac or a large part of this sac. This allows…