BONE SCAN.ZIP

What should I ask my doctor when diagnosed with endocrine cancer?   created at May 04, 2009   186   Diagnosing endocrine cancer involves a combination of methods,starting with a thorough medical history and physical exam.Blood tests measure hormone levels to detect excesses or deficiencies indicative of tumors.Imaging techniques like ultrasound,CT scans,...

Understanding Surgery for Brain Tumors: A Comprehensive Guide   created at May 04, 2009   254   Brain tumor surgery aims to remove as much of the tumor as safely possible while minimizing damage to healthy brain tissue.The approach varies depending on the tumor's location,size,type,and the patient's overall health.Techniques may include craniotomy (o...

Ensuring the Long-Term Success of Dental Implants: Key Factors   created at May 25, 2009   259   The long-term success of dental implants hinges on several key factors: meticulous surgical placement ensuring proper bone integration (osseointegration),diligent oral hygiene practices by the patient to prevent peri-implantitis (infection around the impla...

Essential Guidelines for Those Undergoing Growth Hormone Therapy   created at May 14, 2009   193   Successfully undergoing growth hormone therapy requires diligent adherence to prescribed dosages and administration schedules,regular monitoring of growth and overall health by a medical professional,including blood tests and physical examinations,open com...

How is bone cancer diagnosed?   created at May 03, 2009   176   Bone cancer diagnosis begins with a thorough medical history and physical examination,focusing on the location and characteristics of pain or other symptoms.Imaging tests,such as X-rays,CT scans,and MRI scans,are crucial for visualizing the tumor and asses...

Demystifying Bone Tumors: Understanding Benign and Malignant Varieties   created at May 03, 2009   222   Bone tumors are growths that develop in bone tissue,categorized as either benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous).Benign tumors are generally slow-growing,localized,and rarely spread to other parts of the body,often causing pain only if they press ...

How will a physician make a diagnosis of head and neck cancer?   created at May 09, 2009   166   Diagnosis of head and neck cancer typically begins with a thorough medical history and physical examination,including a visual inspection of the mouth,throat,and neck.Further investigations may include imaging techniques like CT scans,MRI scans,and PET sca...

How is a Brain Tumor Diagnosed?   created at May 03, 2009   529   The doctor does a complete physical exam with special attention to neurological examination. This includes checks for alertness, muscle strength, coordination, reflexes and response to pain. The doctor also examines the eyes for swelling caused by a tumor ...

Exploring Implant Dentistry: Restoring Smiles with Precision   created at May 25, 2009   312   Implant dentistry stands at the forefront of modern dental care, offering innovative solutions for restoring smiles and improving oral health. At its core, implant dentistry involves the meticulous process of installing artificial teeth, known as dental im...

How is Hodgkin's disease diagnosed?   created at May 22, 2009   6,207   If Hodgkin's disease is suspected, the doctor will ask about your medical history and will do a thorough physical exam. Blood tests and x-rays of the chest, bones, liver and spleen will also be done. Tissue from an enlarged lymph node will be removed. This...

What is done if I have to have sinus surgery?   created at May 08, 2009   234   You should first understand that I am not a surgeon, so this is from the perspective of someone who has seen the surgery, and had the surgery done, but who doesn't do the surgery himself. The surgery, called functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS), may ...

Why do we have sinuses?   created at May 06, 2009   308   The sinuses are air pockets located inside the bones in the skull. They are located to either side of the nose (maxillary), behind and in between the eyes (ethmoid), in the forehead (frontal), and there is one much further back in the head (sphenoid). (For...