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Understanding EGD Scope Depth: How Far Does an Upper Endoscopy Really Go?
Introduction
If your doctor has recommended an EGD (esophagogastroduodenoscopy), you’re not alone. It’s one of the most common procedures to evaluate symptoms like heartburn, upper...
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From Rectum to Cecum: Mapping the Full Journey of a Colonoscopy Scope
Introduction
A colonoscopy is more than just a routine screening tool—it's a life-saving procedure that detects colorectal cancer, removes precancerous polyps, and investigates symptoms like...
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How Long Does Keytruda Stay in Your System After Stopping?
Introduction — Why “Off-Treatment” Doesn’t Always Mean “Drug-Free”
Immunotherapy has rewritten cancer care, but it brings a new question: how long does a monoclonal antibody...
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Why Viscosupplementation Works for Some and Fails Others
Introduction – a treatment caught in the cross-fire
More than 250 million people worldwide live with knee osteoarthritis (OA). Many, desperate to postpone joint replacement,...
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Fissure Surgery Demystified: A Patient’s Guide to Sphincterotomy vs. Fissurectomy
Introduction
Chronic anal fissures can cause debilitating pain and frustration. When conservative treatments like dietary changes, sitz baths, or topical creams fail, surgery becomes the...
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Can Multiple Anorectal Surgeries Be Done Together? A Look at Fissurectomy, Fistulectomy, and Hemorrhoidectomy in One Procedure
Introduction
Anal fissures, fistulas, and hemorrhoids are among the most common yet distressing conditions affecting the anorectal region. While each can be managed individually, patients...
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What Recovery Looks Like After a Sphincterotomy: Beyond the Operating Room
A lateral internal sphincterotomy can offer life-changing relief from the unrelenting pain of a chronic anal fissure. But once the surgery is done, what...
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What Foods Should You Avoid Before a Blood Test?
Introduction
A simple blood test provides a vital snapshot of your health, helping doctors screen for diseases, monitor treatment effectiveness, and assess organ function. The...
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QTc on an ECG: Normal Ranges, Risks, and When to Worry
You’ve likely had an electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) before a surgery, during a routine physical, or as part of a cardiac check-up. As a...
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What to Expect During an Angiogram: Step by Step
An angiogram is a sophisticated medical procedure that provides doctors with a detailed look inside the body's blood vessels. By using a specialized dye...
