Minimally invasive gallbladder surgery, also known as a laparoscopic gallbladder removal, is an operation that is performed when a problem with your gallbladder threatens your overall health. Your gallbladder is a non-essential organ, meaning your body can get along just fine without it, although it does help to aid in the digestive process. If you’ve […]
Signs, Symptoms and Treatment Options For Pediatric Melanomas
Skin cancer is something that you probably associate with older individuals who spend a lot of time in the sun, but that’s not always the case. Melanomas and other skin cancers can develop in children, and while they are rare, they should be taken very seriously. Pediatric melanomas only represent about one percent of the […]
Life After Thyroid Surgery
As an endocrine surgeon, one of the most common questions we get is “What will my life be like after surgery?” We’ve already answered that question for patients undergoing pancreatic and spleen surgery, but today, we’re going to focus on patients undergoing thyroid surgery. Below, we take a look at some of the short-term and […]
The Causes & Treatments For Adrenal Gland Pheos
Your adrenal glands play a critical role in synthesizing and secreting certain hormones, but if a tumor develops in the area, it can cause problematic hormonal changes. These tumors are known as pheochromocytomas, but they are usually just called “pheos” by your doctor. Oftentimes pheos develop in your adrenal medulla, but they can grow in […]
The Causes & Treatment Options For An Enlarged Spleen
Your spleen is an organ that helps to defend your body against infection by producing bacteria-fighting white blood cells. It also maintains healthy red and white blood cell counts and filters abnormal blood cells from the bloodstream. It’s role isn’t as well known as other organs like your lungs or stomach, but it plays a […]
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