Health Topics A-Z

Health Topics A-Z: Discover information on a wide range of health topics from Atrial Fibrillation to the Zika virus. The experts at UPMC are equipped with information on signs and symptoms, treatment and prevention, and everything in between.

Here, you’ll find articles, galleries, and podcasts about mental and physical health, pregnancy, chronic illness, pain management, injury, organ donation, and overall wellness.

Health Topics A-Z includes:

Breastfeeding Tips for Summer Travel.
Benefits of Vitamin D and Prenatal Vitamins for Pregnancy.
Children’s Eye Safety and Health.
How to Talk to Your Doctor About Overactive Bladder.
Understanding Depression: Causes, Symptoms, and Resources.
Facts About Spinal Cord Injury.
How Concussions Affect Academics.
How to Treat Common Cold & Flu Symptoms.
Does Your Anxiety Disorder Cause Migraines?
Physical Therapy for Liver Transplant Candidates.
How to Prevent Kidney Stones.
Does Air Quality and Pollution Affect Lung Cancer Risk?
Sun Poisoning Dangers: Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention.
Benefits of Exercise on the Heart and Lungs.
How Alcohol Affects Your Mind and Body.

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Hip and Knee Replacement Surgery Option Can Lead to Faster Recovery

April 17, 2014

Minimally invasive hip and knee surgery can help patients speed up their recovery process. Learn more about UPMC's program and its benefits for patients. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care
Categorized as: Orthopaedics, Rehabilitation
Tagged with: hip implants, hip replacement, Horizon Orthopaedics-UPMC, knee implants, knee replacement, knee surgery, Mark Gardner DO, minimally invasive surgery, physical therapy, UPMC Center for Rehab Services
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Kidney Donation Chain: Who’s Who?

April 16, 2014

Kidney transplant chains can allow a transplant to more than one patient. Learn more about kidney transplant chains and the benefits they offer. Learn More

Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Kidney Transplant, Transplant
Tagged with: Abhinav Humar MD, altruistic donor, donate life, kidney donation, kidney removal surgery, kidney transplant, living donor transplant, nephrectomy, transplant chain, transplant wait list, UPMC Montefiore
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Baseball Arm Injuries: Staying Safe on the Playing Field

April 15, 2014

There are many arm injuries hat can result from playing baseball. Learn more about different types of baseball arm injuries and treatment options. Learn More

Categorized as: Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: arm injuries, baseball, baseball injuries, common injuries, Little League, little league elbow, Mark Baratz, medial collateral ligament, osteoporosis, shoulder injuries
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Rehabilitation After Amputation

April 13, 2014

There are several steps in the amputation rehabilitation process. Learn more about UPMC's rehabilitation process and other offerings for a strong recovery. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Categorized as: Rehabilitation
Tagged with: amputation, Dr. Michael Munin, inpatient rehabilitation, rehabilitation, UPMC Rehabiliation Institute
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Eye Exams for Children

April 12, 2014

Eye exams are part of a yearly visit with a pediatrician. Learn more about pediatric eye exams, signs of child vision issues, and treatment options. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Vision Institute
Categorized as: Eye Health, Pediatrics
Tagged with: Amblyopia, American Academy of Pediatrics, American Optometric Association, lazy eye, strabismus, UPMC Eye Center
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Muscle Sprains and Strains Recovery Time

April 8, 2014

Your recovery time for sprains and strains is determined by many factors. Learn more about the signs of a full sprain or strain recovery. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: injury, pain, painful injuries, physical therapy, sprains, strains
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Testicular Cancer Awareness

April 7, 2014

April is Testicular Cancer Awareness Month and time to learn what to look for. Learn more about testicular cancer, it's symptoms, and treatment options. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Adult Congenital Heart Disease Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care
Tagged with: Amanda Haynes, cancer awareness, cancer survivor, chemotherapy, Greg Haynes, patient story, radiation therapy, testicular cancer, testicular cancer awareness, ultrasound
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Effective Scar Treatments

April 6, 2014

Scarring is the skin's natural response to the healing process. Learn more about common scar treatments and prevention methods. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Dermatology
Categorized as: Skin Care
Tagged with: chemical peels, CO2RE Fractional Laser, contracture scars, keloids, laser treatments, Mistica LaBrasca PA-C, scar, scar revision, scar treatments, UPMC Cosmetic Surgery and Skin Health Center
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What Is IT Band Syndrome?

April 4, 2014

IT band syndrome is the tightening of the band that connects the buttock muscles to the knee. Learn more about IT band syndrome and it's treatment options. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: iliotibial band, IT Band, IT Band Syndrome, overuse injuries, prevention exercises, running injuries, video