A mastectomy is surgery to remove the entire breast. It is usually done to treat
Breast removal surgery; Subcutaneous mastectomy; Total mastectomy; Simple mastectomy; Modified radical mastectomy
You will be given
With much of the U.S. experiencing temperatures in the 90 and 100 degree ranges, I thought it would be a good time to talk about how the... Read more »
My last post discussed the evaluation of dysphagia, aspiration, and the modified barium swallow examination. This post covers thickeners,... Read more »
Have a mouthful of trouble? Mucositis may be the name of your pain. Mucositis refers to the swelling and ulceration in the lining of your... Read more »
Summer is winding down, but the heat wave gripping the country shows no signs of departure. So now's the time to indulge in some great... Read more »
A note from Dr. Cogen: When thinking about the long list of issues today's teens must face, alcohol use is near the top. The pressure... Read more »
Source: FirstDatabank Drug
Generic Name: SODIUM FLUORIDE/POTASSIUM NITRATE TOOTHPASTE - DENTALPronounced: (SO-dee-um FLOOR-ide/poh-TASS-ee-um NYE-trate)PreviDent 5000... Read more »
Source: FirstDatabank Drug
Generic Name: ACETAMINOPHEN - ORALPronounced: (a-SEET-a-MIN-oh-fen)AcetaDrink Oral Precautions See also Warning section. Before taking this... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Soap - swallowing; Soap ingestionReferencesSioris LJ, Schuller HK. Soaps, detergents, and bleaches. In: Shannon MW, Borron SW, Burns MJ, eds. Haddad... Read more »
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Swallowing problems consist of any problem in which the normal movements associated with swallowing do not occur.Normal swallowing of food and liquid... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Dysphagia; Impaired swallowing Home Care Eat slowly, and chew food thoroughly. If a person suddenly shows signs of choking and... Read more »