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Pulmonary Embolism: A Dangerous Clot

January 24, 2016

Pulmonary emboli usually occur as the result of deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clot in the leg that breaks loose and travels to your lung. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pulmonary Hypertension
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: anticoagulants, blood clot, blood thinner, compression stockings, deep vein thrombosis, dvt, lung, pulmonary embolism
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Pulmonary Thromboendarterectomy: Surgery for CTEPH

January 22, 2016

Pulmonary thromboendarterectomy is a surgical treatment option for patients suffering from CTEPH, a rare form of pulmonary hypertension. Learn more. Learn More

Categorized as: Living and Wellness
Tagged with: blood clot, Chronic Thromboembolic Pulmonary Hypertension, CTEPH, lung, pulmonary, pulmonary embolism, Pulmonary hypertension, Pulmonary thromboendarterectomy
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Hemorrhoids 101: What You Need to Know

January 19, 2016

Hemorrhoids are small clusters of veins located in the lowest area of the rectum and anus. Learn about their causes and find treatment options. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Digestive Disorders
Categorized as: Family Health
Tagged with: constipation, hemorrhoids, pain
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Medical Mondays: Primary Care

January 18, 2016

Learn more about the importance of having a primary care physician and routine checkups in this edition of Medical Mondays. Learn More

Categorized as: Family Health
Tagged with: doctor appointment, medical mondays, Primary care
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Diet After Nissen Fundoplication Surgery for GERD

January 16, 2016

Follow this diet and sample menu following Nissen fundoplication surgery to correct GERD or repair a hernia. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Digestive Disorders
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: gastroesophageal reflux disease, GERD, hiatal hernia, intrathoracic stomach, Nissen fundoplication surgery
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Video: Your Primary Care Physician Is Your Partner in Health

January 15, 2016

Learn more about how your primary care physician can save you time, money, and may even save your life. Learn More

Categorized as: Family Health
Tagged with: family doctor, general practitioner, healthcare, Primary care
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Safety on the Slopes: Sledding and Snow Tubing Tips

January 14, 2016

Wintertime activities, like sledding or snow tubing, can lead to injuries. Discover some sledding safety tips to keep your kids out of harm's way. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Family Health, Safety, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: concussion, frostbite, head and neck injuries, head injury, hypothermia, serious injuries, significant head injuries, skull fractures, sledding, sports medicine
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How to Reduce the Side Effects of Antibiotics

January 8, 2016

Antibiotics can kill the bacteria responsible for many kinds of infections but come with many side effects. Learn how to reduce them and get healthy fast. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Urgent Care
Categorized as: Family Health
Tagged with: antibiotics, bacteria, diarrhea, infection, probiotic, side effects
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Benefits of Compression Gear

January 7, 2016

Learn more about the benefits of wearing compression gear while exercising and also about different types of compression gear and their purposes. Learn More

Categorized as: Fitness, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: compartmental compression, compression gear, deep vein thrombosis, graduated compression, Melissa McLane DO, sports medicine, UPMC Lemieux Sports Complex