Radical prostatectomy
Prostatectomy - radical; Radical retropubic prostatectomy; Radical perineal prostatectomy; Laparoscopic radical prostatectomy; LRP Radical prostatectomy is surgery to remove all of the prostate gland, as well as some of the tissue around it, in ... [... more]
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Based on FDA and CDC's ongoing investigation of the Salmonella outbreak, consumers are advised: No association has been found with major national brand name jars of peanut butter sold in grocery stores. Do not eat peanut-containing products on ... [... more]
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MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Tularemia
Deerfly fever; Rabbit fever; Pahvant Valley plague; Ohara disease; Yatobyo (Japan); Lemming fever Tularemia is an infection common in wild rodents. It is caused by the organism Tularemia is transmitted to humans by contact with infected animal ... [... more]
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Lead and tap water
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) monitors drinking water and requires water suppliers to produce annual water quality reports. These reports, which include information about lead amounts, are available to consumers. For more information, ... [... more]
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Irritable bowel syndrome
Nervous indigestion; Spastic colon; Intestinal neurosis; Functional colitis; Irritable colon; Mucous colitis; Laxative colitis; IBS Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) refers to a complex disorder of the lower intestinal tract. It is mainly ... [... more]
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LDH isoenzymes
LDH isoenzymes is a test to check how much lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) is in the blood. This test is usually done when your doctor thinks you might have high LDH levels. Measurement of LDH isoenzymes helps determine the location of tissue ... [... more]
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Facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy
Facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy is progressive muscle weakness and loss of muscle tissue. Facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy affects the upper body, unlike Duchenne muscular dystrophy and Becker muscular dystrophy, which affect the ... [... more]
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Lighter fluid
Lighter fluid is a flammable liquid found in cigarette lighters and other types of lighters. Lighter fluid poisoning occurs when someone swallows this substance. Various lighter fluids Difficulty walking straight Extreme sleepiness (possibly even ... [... more]
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MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Cirrhosis
Cirrhosis is scarring of the liver and poor liver function as a result of chronic liver disease. Cirrhosis is caused by chronic liver disease. Common causes of chronic liver disease in the U.S. include: Disorders of the drainage system of the ... [... more]
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Left heart catheterization
Left heart catheterization is the passage of a thin flexible tube (catheter) into the left side of the heart to view the area or to treat certain types of heart conditions. You will be given a mild sedative about 30 minutes before the procedure ... [... more]
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MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Lacquer
Lacquer is a clear or colored coating (called a varnish) that is often used to give wooden surfaces a glossy look. Lacquers are dangerous to swallow. Breathing in the fumes for a long period of time is also harmful. Poisoning from lacquers is due ... [... more]
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Limb plethysmography
Limb plethysmography is a test that compares blood pressure in the legs and arms. This test may be done in the health care provider's office or in a hospital. You will be asked to lie in a partially propped-up position. Three blood pressure cuffs ... [... more]
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