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Usher syndrome is a genetic disorder that is characterized by complications in vision and hearing; the most common of them being partial/complete loss of hearing and retinitis pigmentosa. Retinitis pigmentosa is characterized by progressive deterioration of the retina, resulting in deprivation of peripheral vision and subsequent night blindness.
The symptoms and its rate of progression usually vary among people. Usher syndrome is classified into three types:
Type 1: In this typ...more
The symptoms and its rate of progression usually vary among people. Usher syndrome is classified into three types:
Type 1: In this typ...more
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Dilation and curettage procedure which is commonly referred to as D&C is a minor surgical procedure where the cervix is dilated while a special instrument is used for scraping out the lining of the uterus. It is important to know what you can expect before, after and during the process so that you can stay ahead of unnecessary worries and help the process to be smooth and fruitful.
When do doctors recommend dilation and curettage process?
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When do doctors recommend dilation and curettage process?
You may be required to undergo the dilation ...more
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Dilation and curettage is a surgical procedure where the cervix (the lower part of uterus) is dilated and tissues are removed from the inside of the uterus. The procedure is usually done to treat heavy menstrual bleeding or clean the lining of the uterus after an abortion or miscarriage.
During the procedure, the cervix is dilated with medication and a thin surgical instrument is inserted through the vagina. This instrument is then used to scrape (curettage) the uterine tissues.
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During the procedure, the cervix is dilated with medication and a thin surgical instrument is inserted through the vagina. This instrument is then used to scrape (curettage) the uterine tissues.
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Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI) is a group of genetic disorders that primarily affect the bones, making them extremely weak. It is also known as brittle bones disease . This genetic disease is incurable and the treatment is primarily focused on pacifying the condition by reducing pain and strengthening the bones.
The symptoms of OI include, but are not limited to, recurring fractures, bluish tinge in the white of the eyes, hearing loss, breathing problems, short height, loose joints and d...more
The symptoms of OI include, but are not limited to, recurring fractures, bluish tinge in the white of the eyes, hearing loss, breathing problems, short height, loose joints and d...more
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Are you losing your sight day by day? Does it make difficult to see you at night? Is this the onset of Blindness? Get to know about Retinitis Pigmentosa with these tips.
What actually is Retinitis Pigmentosa?
Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP) refers to a group of diseases, which causes a slow, but progressive vision loss. It is a genetic disorder that affects the ability to respond to light.This inherited disease causes a slow loss of vision, beginning with decreased night vision and loss o...more
What actually is Retinitis Pigmentosa?
Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP) refers to a group of diseases, which causes a slow, but progressive vision loss. It is a genetic disorder that affects the ability to respond to light.This inherited disease causes a slow loss of vision, beginning with decreased night vision and loss o...more
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Pregnancy test comes positive for some time after termination of pregnancy. If you are worried get your serial BHCG done if its increasing then you are continuing pregnancy. Get appointment from your gynaecologist and discuss matters with her. Some times repeat Dnc has to be done.
Pregnancy test comes positive for some time after termination of pregnancy. If you are worried get your serial BHCG done if its increasing then you are continuing pregnancy. Get appointment from your gynaecologist and discuss matters with her. Some times repeat Dnc has to be done.
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Food does not help, unless you are overweight then reduction of weight helps. Your doctor will advise some hormonal treatment if required
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Success or failure of medical abortion can be decided only by sonography 15 days after drugs taken for termination
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Listen take time to reduce the pain and bleeding and cramps Proceed with your doctor No chaneed of doctor End of bleeding use abdominal corset Codestar 10 cream or prega 10 cream use for no scratch marks
Walking is important now.
Walking is important now.
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