While New Orleans prepares for the excitement of the big game, it’s important to remember that sports injuries aren’t limited to the professionals. High school athletes, weekend warriors, and generall ...

His chemotherapy treatment was delayed as doctors attempted to figure out the cause of his pain, an Illinois attorney says.

Norm Brickl, 79, has lived with heart conditions for more than 13 years and credits treatment programs at SSM Health St.

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"No matter what surgery you get, make sure you take laxatives or Miralax or whatever else," she advised, later revealing her go-to recovery drink — "prune juice mixed with Miralax." After ...

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Kansas Jayhawks quarterback Jalon Daniels underwent a successful “minor knee procedure” and will be a limited participant ...

The following is a summary of “Preoperative Ketamine Gargle for Prevention of Postoperative Sore Throat After Tracheal ...

Surgery may initially cause some pain or soreness. Doctors may recommend over-the-counter painkillers for relief. Immediately after surgery, a person should be able to move their finger or thumb.

“While vasopressors are effective against hypotension, they themselves are associated with AKI,” Dr Saugel’s team pointed out. “Norepinephrine, for example, may reduce renal perfusion by ...

A pulled (or strained) muscle could take a few days to feel better. Severe injury could take weeks to months. Find out what ...

A bioprosthetic or "tissue" valve created from cow or pig tissue usually doesn't require a blood thinner long-term, but research has shown benefits of taking a blood thinner for several months after ...