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I’m not willing to admit how many years ago this was now, but when I turned 15, I became a vegetarian. Predictably, because I was a teenager, I was sanctimonious about it, chastising everyone around ...

Following laser surgery (photocoagulation) to repair a retinal tear, a person can typically expect a brief recovery period with minimal discomfort. Temporary symptoms may include mild irritation and ...

If you plan to get surgery for your prostate cancer, there are a few things you can do to get ready ahead of time. As with any surgery, your well-being and safety are important. If you prepare for ...

Shortness of breath (dyspnea) is one of the most common side effects after open-heart surgery, often caused by mucus buildup, collapsed airways (atelectasis), or fluid between the lung layers (pleural ...

Your doctor may give you a clean bill of health after prostate cancer treatment, which is great news. The not-so-good news is there’s a chance you could get a different cancer unrelated to your ...