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Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) is a smart treatment option for people living with aortic stenosis (a narrowing of the aortic valve opening). Instead of performing open heart surgery, we can replace a heart valve while the heart is still beating using minimally invasive approaches rather than performing open heart surgery. ...
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A colonoscopy is an exam where a doctor inserts a flexible scope into the large intestine to detect any warning signs — ulcers, colon polyps, tumors and areas of inflammation or bleeding — for colon cancer and other diseases. If you're over the age of 45 or have certain colon cancer risk factors, it's a smart idea to schedule regular colonoscopies. ...
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January 17, 2020
Learn about myths and facts of weight loss from Dr. Richard Siegel, a endocrinologist at Tufts Medical Center's Weight and Wellness center.
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Kidney cancer is a type of genitourinary cancer that starts in the kidneys, which are small but mighty organs responsible for filtering waste and excess fluid from the blood. Because it’s one of the most common forms of cancer in the United States, it's important to be aware of the key symptoms to act on as soon as possible. ...
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Your abdomen houses organs from the stomach and liver down to the bladder, ureters and everything in between. The space around these organs is called the peritoneal cavity, and it’s covered by a lining called the peritoneum. Peritoneal carcinomatosis, also called peritoneal surface malignancy (PSM), affects this lining. ...
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Bone density testing, or bone densitometry, is the most accurate way to check for osteoporosis and gauge your overall bone health. This safe and painless test uses small doses of radiation to measure the amount of minerals and calcium in bones. ...
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The thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped organ in your neck that releases hormones to regulate many of your body’s functions, like your metabolism. So, when your thyroid isn’t working properly, it can lead to a domino effect of conditions like hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism or even forms of thyroid cancer. ...
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From minimally invasive hernia repair to organ transplants and open heart procedures, our surgeons have the skills and experience to help get you on the road to better health. ...
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Where you choose to have your baby and the obstetrician you choose to join you on your journey are important choices. We want to make that decision easier for parents-to-be, with state-of-the-art maternity care and an environment that feels like home. ...
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Esophageal motility refers to the muscle movement of your esophagus — the tube that carries food and liquid from your throat to your stomach. Diseases like gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and achalasia (trouble swallowing) affect your esophagus’ functionality and cause symptoms like heartburn and acid reflux. ...
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We understand the value of sleep and the impact it can have on your health. That’s why we're excited to offer an implantable therapy called upper airway stimulation (UAS). UAS is designed to treat obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and help you rediscover your sweetest dreams. ...
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Your kidneys perform many vital functions, including removing waste, filtering blood and removing excess water and electrolytes. When these bean-shaped organs aren't working properly, it can impact your overall health and lead to serious complications. ...
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From alleviating mild neck and back discomfort to performing minimally invasive spinal surgery, our spine care specialists are dedicated to helping you return to enjoying life free from persistent spinal pain. ...
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Living with a mood disorder can impact your daily life. We specialize in treating mood disorders and can help you balance your emotions.Mood disorders are a group of mental health conditions that cause you to experience severe sadness and fluctuations in mood, often marked by extreme highs and lows. ...
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Tufts Medicine is ready to take action if you are told that you have mycobacterial disease – a type of germ that can cause disease in us. The most common of these diseases: tuberculosis. We work closely with you to get an accurate diagnosis and begin effective treatment. ...
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Abnormal growths in the lungs, or lung nodules, are very common. There is positive news: many of them are not cancerous and may be associated with other conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis, scarring from another infection or other inflammatory conditions. Even if a lung nodule is cancerous and small, it is usually treatable. This is why screening is important if you are considered at high risk for lung cancer. ...
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Head and neck cancer is a group of diseases that affect the body parts above your shoulders, like the nose, lips, mouth, throat and thyroid. ...