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Endometrial Cancer: Diagnosis How is endometrial cancer diagnosed? If your healthcare provider thinks you might have endometrial cancer, usually because of abnormal vaginal bleeding, you'll need certain exams and tests to be sure. Endometrial cancer is cancer that starts in the

Palliative Care: Bringing Comfort When people hear the term palliative care, many assume that it's a treatment only for someone who is dying. But palliative care can also be used to bring physical and emotional comfort to anyone with a serious illness. Palliative care is used to

Pregnancy Click on the links below to learn more about this topic. Pregnancy Overview Anatomy: Fetus in Utero The First Trimester (0 - 12 Weeks) The Second Trimester (12 - 24 Weeks) The Third Trimester (24 - 40 Weeks) The Pregnant Mother Hormones During Pregnancy Weight Gain

Pulmonary Rehabilitation What is pulmonary rehab? Pulmonary rehab is a medical program for people with long-term (chronic) lung diseases. It may also be used before or after lung surgery. It may also help improve lung function in people with scoliosis. Pulmonary rehab is used for

Immune Disorders Many different immune disorders require clinical care by a physician or other health care professional. Listed in the directory below are some, for which we have provided a brief overview. All About the Immune System Immune Deficiencies Disorders of the Immune

Overuse Injuries An increasing number of boys and girls are playing recreational and organized sports. As a result, there is a rise in the number of overuse injuries seen among children and teens. Most sports and overuse injuries are due to injuries that affect the bone, muscles

Headaches in Early Pregnancy Nearly everyone has headaches sometimes. But having a headache in pregnancy is not fun. And managing headaches is even more tricky in the first trimester. This is a time when you should stay away from many medicines. Whether your headache is from

Asthma and Pregnancy Having asthma does not always mean having a complicated pregnancy. With correct asthma management and the right care during pregnancy, most people with asthma can have a healthy pregnancy. Asthma is one of the most common health problems that can complicate a

Breast Health: Preventive Care Breast self-awareness Finding breast cancer early is the main goal of routine breast care. That's why it's so important to follow a plan for preventive care. Finding problems early gives you the best chance of successful treatment. Routine care can

Diabetes and High Blood Pressure High blood pressure is two times more likely to strike a person with diabetes mellitus. Left untreated, high blood pressure can cause serious health problems. These include: Heart disease. Kidney disease. Eye problems. Stroke and other nerve