We’ve come a long way in surgically addressing hernias in the last half century, and now hernia surgery has very high rates of success and a reduced likelihood of subsequent development. So while we’re doing a great job surgically correcting hernias, new research suggests that we might not be providing patients with the best care […]
Can Heartburn Cause Throat Cancer?
Millions of Americans suffer from heartburn on a regular or semi-regular basis, but that doesn’t mean it’s a normal phenomenon that shouldn’t be taken seriously. In fact, if heartburn is ignored, it can lead to the development of esophageal cancer, which has poor treatment rates compared to other types of cancers. Below, we explore the […]
What is a Thyroid Biopsy & Why Would I Need One?
If you are feeling lethargic, have rapidly gained or lost weight or you’ve been dealing with headaches and nausea, there’s a chance that you are dealing with a problem with your thyroid gland. Many thyroid conditions can be diagnosed with imaging tests, but if these tests reveal a nodule or growth, a biopsy maybe needed […]
The Link Between Alcohol Consumption & Skin Cancer Risk
New research out of Brown University and Harvard Medical School suggests that increased alcohol consumption could significantly impact your likelihood of developing skin cancer. According to researchers, every 10-gram increase in alcohol consumed each day was associated with a greater risk of basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma, the two most common types of […]
The 4 Stages of Gallstone Formation
Your gallbladder is a small sac that releases bile in order to aid in digestion, but if the fluid that makes up this bile becomes too concentrated, small deposits can form. These deposits are known as gallstones, and if they block the bile ducts, they can prevent bile from being released by the gallbladder. This […]
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