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Can my child be cured of asthma?   created at May 11, 2009   1,105   There's no cure for asthma, although some asthmatic babies who wheeze only when they have colds or upper respiratory tract infections outgrow the tendency to wheeze over time. In general, asthma is thought to be a lifelong condition, although the frequency...

Side effects of vulvar cancer surgery   created at May 05, 2009   1,305   The consequences of curative surgery can be psychologically devastating, as vulvar surgery can result in lifelong anatomic alterations. Sexual dysfunction is common because of loss of clitoris in some clinical situations and in general because of alteratio...

Surgery for Colorectal Cancer   created at May 04, 2009   1,169   Surgery is the most common treatment for colorectal cancer and may be the only treatment needed. The type of operation depends on the location and size of the tumor. Most patients have a partial colectomy. In this operation, the surgeon takes out the part ...

What are the treatment options for thyroid cancer?   created at May 04, 2009   1,191   Because of advances in diagnosis and treatment of thyroid cancer, a longer and better life is possible for patients today. Treatment planning takes into account the type of thyroid cancer and the stage of the disease as well as the general health and age o...

Understanding Blackheads: Causes, Treatment, and Prevention   created at May 02, 2009   1,182   Blackheads,a type of acne,occur when dead skin cells and oil clog hair follicles,oxidizing and darkening the trapped sebum (oil).Contributing factors include genetics,hormonal changes,excess oil production (seborrhea),and certain medications.Treatment opti...