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American Family Physician
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Hemorrhoidectomy for Thrombosed External Hemorrhoids Acutely tender, thrombosed external hemorrhoids can be surgically removed if encountered within the first 72 hours after onset. Hemorrhoidectomy is performed through an elliptic incision over the site of thrombosis with removal of the entire diseased hemorrhoidal plexus in one piece...   |
AskMen.com
August 17, 2003
Alex Santoso |
The Lowdown On Hemorrhoids Many men choose to suffer in silence, undoubtedly due to embarrassment and an unwillingness to seek help. But rest assured, there is something you can do to prevent and cure hemorrhoids. |
American Family Physician
April 1, 2001 |
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy What is flexible sigmoidoscopy?... What are the benefits of flexible sigmoidoscopy?... Who should have the procedure?... How do I prepare for the procedure?... |
American Family Physician
April 1, 2003 |
Fusiform Excision Procedure What is a fusiform excision biopsy?... Why don't you just cut a circle around the tumor to remove it?... Will I feel any pain during this procedure?... Are there any complications after this surgery?... etc. |
American Family Physician
March 15, 2001 |
Endometrial Biopsy Endometrial biopsy is a safe and effective method for evaluating the tissue lining the inside of the uterus (or womb) to detect cancer. |
American Family Physician
July 15, 2002 |
Joint and Soft Tissue Injection What is a joint and soft tissue injection?... What will I feel during the injection?... What should I do after the procedure?... What should I expect after the procedure?... |
American Family Physician
June 1, 2002 |
Constipation in Your Child What is constipation?... What causes constipation in children?... Why is it important to treat constipation?... What can I do to treat my child's constipation?... When should my child see a doctor? |
American Family Physician
July 1, 2001
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Common Anorectal Conditions: Part II. Lesions Patients with a wide variety of anorectal lesions present to family physicians. Most can be successfully managed in the office setting. A high index of suspicion for cancer should be maintained... |
American Family Physician
June 15, 2001
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Common Anorectal Conditions: Part I. Symptoms and Complaints Anorectal symptoms and complaints are common and may be caused by a wide spectrum of conditions... |
American Family Physician
August 15, 2001
Anne D. Walling |
Family Practice International Update on Community-Acquired Pneumonia... Thrombosed External Hemorrhoids... Lattice Corneal Dystrophy... Management of Obstructive Sleep Apnea... |
American Family Physician
December 1, 2005 |
Constipation: What You Should Know A patient hand-out on the condition, what causes it and how to alleviate the problem. |
American Family Physician
April 1, 2001
Thomas J. Zuber |
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy Flexible sigmoidoscopy remains a common tool used for the periodic screening of colorectal cancer. Most organizations recommend screening at three- to five-year intervals beginning at age 50 for persons with average risk... |
Managed Care
March 2007 |
Competition Wins Over Centralization Insurers who recommend a particular provider or health care organization to a patient considering a surgical procedure need to determine how complex the procedure is and how frequently the surgeon performs the procedure. |
AskMen.com
Charles Capuano |
Can Blood Clots Kill You? As if cholesterol wasn't enough of a headache for men over 40, another silent killer lurks inside the veins -- blood clots. Be aware of their dangers and protect yourself. |
American Family Physician
June 1, 2002
Daisy A. Arce |
Evaluation of Constipation Constipation is the reason for 2.5 million physician visits per year in the United States, with more than one half of these visits to primary care physicians. The differential diagnosis of constipation and the approach to its evaluation differ in adults and children. |
Salon.com
June 8, 2000
Howie Gordon |
Journey to the center of my bottom Having a camera shoved up my rectum was not the way I wanted to celebrate my 50th year. |
AskMen.com
Ross Bonander |
4 Steps: Prepare For A Medical Procedure To help calm the reluctant and the anxious as they prepare for a medical procedure, we offer the following four steps, which should be regarded as above and beyond the instructions given by one's physician. |
