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Are You a Candidate for Gallbladder Surgery?
You’ve heard of the gallbladder before, right? But do you know what role it plays in your daily functioning? If the answer is yes, it might be because you’ve …
Most Common Hernias
If you have a hernia, internal tissue is bulging through weak muscle or connective tissue. This problem can occur for several reasons and in different areas of your body. …
Colon Cancer: Are You at Risk?
When it comes to colon cancer, the most important thing you can do to protect your health is to have regular screenings. And for one good reason: Over 75% …
Hemorrhoids: Understanding the Problem and the Solutions
It can be embarrassing to talk about problems like hemorrhoids. But this common issue, also referred to as “piles,” affects approximately half of all adults by the time they …
Top Signs You May Have a Hernia
When you have a hernia, you have an organ or tissue pushing through a weakened part of your abdominal wall that should be holding it in place. Several types …
How Does Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Work?
You’ve probably heard of a dangerous condition known as decompression sickness, or “the bends.” This problem develops when a scuba diver swims toward the water’s surface too quickly, and …
What You Need to Know About Laparoscopic Surgery
Laparoscopic surgery has been around since the turn of the 20th century, though methods have dramatically changed due to technological advances. Today, a laparoscopy shows us what’s going on …
Fiber, Fiber, Fiber: What Foods Help Your Anal Health
Are you getting enough fiber to support your anal health? Research shows that while most people believe they are eating enough fiber-rich foods, only about 5% of the American …
How Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Offers Help in Treating Cancer
Receiving a cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to finding the most effective treatment for your diagnosis. That’s why Dr. Ira Klonsky and the team at …