Abnormal uterine bleeding is unusual bleeding from the uterus. It includes bleeding after sex, or bleeding or spotting between menstrual cycles. It may also include bleeding that is heavier than normal, menstrual cycles that last longer than usual, or bleeding that occurs after menopause. Abnormal uterine bleeding can affect teenagers, women in their reproductive years, […]
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What is this medication? ABIRATERONE (a bir A ter one) blocks the effect of the male hormone called testosterone. This medicine is used for certain types of prostate cancer. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions. COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Yonsa, ZYTIGA What should […]
What is this medication? ABEMACICLIB (a BEM a SYE klib) targets proteins in cancer cells and stops the cancer cells from growing. It treats certain types of breast cancer. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions. COMMON BRAND NAME(S): VERZENIO What should I […]
The following information offers guidance on how to care for yourself after your procedure. Your health care provider may also give you more specific instructions. If you have problems or questions, contact your health care provider. What can I expect after the procedure? After the procedure, it is common to have: Pain and soreness in […]
When a person loses a lot of weight after bariatric surgery, dieting, or pregnancy, excess skin and fat develops in the abdomen. Abdominoplasty is a surgery to remove this excess skin and fat around the abdomen. The surgeon may also tighten the abdominal muscles or use liposuction to aid in the removal of excess fat […]
This information provides a general overview and may not apply to everyone. Talk to your family doctor to find out if this information applies to you and to get more information on this subject. View full size An abdominal ultrasound is a test that allows your doctor to look at what is going on inside […]
Abdominal Pain, Pediatric Pain in the abdomen (abdominal pain) can be caused by many things. The causes may also change as your child gets older. Often, abdominal pain is not serious, and it gets better without treatment or by being treated at home. However, sometimes abdominal pain is serious. Your child’s healthcare provider will ask […]
Abdominal pain is common during pregnancy and has many possible causes. Some causes are more serious than others, and sometimes the cause is not known. Abdominal pain can be a sign that labor is starting. It can also be caused by normal growth of your baby causing stretching of muscles and ligaments during pregnancy. Always […]
Many things can cause belly (abdominal) pain. Most times, belly pain is not dangerous. Many cases of belly pain can be watched and treated at home. Sometimes, though, belly pain is serious. Your doctor will try to find the cause of your belly pain. Follow these instructions at home: Medicines Take over-the-counter and prescription medicines […]
Abdominal Pain, Adult Pain in the abdomen (abdominal pain) can be caused by many things. Often, abdominal pain is not serious and it gets better with no treatment or by being treated at home. However, sometimes abdominal pain is serious. Your healthcare provider will ask questions about your medical history and do a physical examination […]