Arterial calcification is a gradual and progressive process that is seen in most people after the 6th decade of life. This results in a reduction
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Several types of stents are available for different indications. They are primarily used to keep narrowed blood vessels open and patent, to allow adequate flow
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The exact cause of hidradenitis suppurativa is not known, although there are a number of theories that attempt to explain the condition. It is, however,
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Lymphedema is a health condition that involves the retention of fluid in localized areas of the body, leading to swelling of tissues. Various areas of
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Tetanus is an infectious disease caused by Clostridium tetani bacteria. The active anaerobic bacteria lead to the production of a tetanus toxin, which enters the
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Each of the four major types of leukemias have different presentation, signs and symptoms. Symptoms of acute myeloid leukaemia (AML) These may begin slowly and
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Tourette syndrome is a neurological condition affecting the brain and nervous system. The condition normally develops in childhood and is characterized by involuntary movements and
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What is estradiol and how does it work? What causes estrogen levels to fall? How are estrogen levels measured? Side effects of estradiol Drug interactions
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The prostate gland is a small gland that lies beneath the urinary bladder and in front of the rectum in males. The gland surrounds the
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Cushing's Syndrome (sometimes called hypercortisolism) is a hormonal disease caused by an abnormally high level of the hormone cortisol in the body. This may arise
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