Cataract surgery is a procedure in which the crystalline lens is removed, a transparent structure that works like a lens, which has an opaque stain, and is then replaced with a transparent synthetic lens, which allows vision to be restored. This surgery can be performed using two main surgical techniques: phacoemulsification, popularly known as FACO, […]
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High cholesterol, also called hypercholesterolemia, is when there are high concentrations of this substance in the blood, which can cause symptoms such as a swollen and sensitive belly, and little balls of fat on the skin. Cholesterol is an important type of fat for maintaining health and is made up of fractions such as LDL, […]
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Surgery for astigmatism is one of the most effective ways to treat astigmatism, as it allows for less dependence on glasses or lenses, in addition to the possibility of full correction of the person’s degree. Know the symptoms of astigmatism. Although there is the possibility of curing astigmatism with this type of surgery, it is […]
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Surgery for appendicitis, known as appendectomy, is indicated when the appendix is inflamed. This surgery is indicated as soon as appendicitis is confirmed, which is done by the doctor through physical assessment and abdominal ultrasound or tomography. The symptoms that indicate acute appendicitis are intense abdominal pain, worsening of the pain when eating, nausea, vomiting […]
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Dengue fever during pregnancy is dangerous as it can interfere with blood clotting, which can cause the placenta to detach and result in miscarriage or premature birth. However, if the pregnant woman is well advised by a doctor and follows the treatment correctly, there will be no risks for the pregnant woman or the baby. […]
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Although excessive consumption of alcoholic beverages can lead to the development of various types of health problems, conscious and moderate consumption can bring some health benefits, especially in reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases, reducing cholesterol levels and improving circulation. blood. In addition to being good for your physical health, conscious alcohol consumption can also […]
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Phimosis surgery, also called postectomy, aims to remove excess skin from the foreskin of the penis and is performed when other forms of treatment have not shown positive results in treating phimosis. The surgery can be performed with general or local anesthesia and is a safe and simple method performed by a urologist or pediatric […]
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Surgery to remove the fibroid is indicated when a woman has symptoms such as severe abdominal pain and heavy menstruation, which do not improve with the use of medication, or when she has difficulty getting pregnant or infertility, due to the presence of the fibroid in the uterus. This surgery is usually not necessary when […]
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Surgery for endometriosis is recommended for women who are infertile or who do not wish to have children, as in more severe cases it may be necessary to remove the ovaries or uterus, directly affecting the woman’s fertility. Therefore, surgery is always advised in cases of deep endometriosis in which treatment with hormones does not […]
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Buchinha-do-norte is a medicinal plant, of the species Luffa operculata, Widely used to help treat sinusitis and rhinitis, it reduces nasal swelling and has an expectorant and antiseptic action. The used part of this medicinal plant, which is also known as zucchini-do-norte, gourd, buchinha or purge, is the dried ripe fruit, which has a fibrous […]
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