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A deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot (thrombus) in a deep vein, usually in the legs. A DVT can be dangerous because it can

Dengue (say "DEN-gay") is a viral infection spread to humans by mosquitoes. Mild cases cause a rash and flu-like symptoms. Some

Colon problems A partial colectomy is surgery to remove part of the large intestine (colon). This surgery is often needed for

Surgery is usually the best treatment for a broken (fractured) hip. Hip pinning involves: Getting the bone lined up correctly

Blood thinners are medicines that help prevent blood clots. Because they prevent clots, they also help prevent heart attacks

Moles are skin growths made up of cells that produce color (pigment). A mole can appear anywhere on the skin, alone or in groups

For an intestinal transplant, the recipient's diseased intestine is removed and replaced with the donated intestine.

Some breast cancers need the hormones estrogen or progesterone to grow. These cancer cells have "receptors" on their surface that

You can help keep your heart and blood vessels healthy by having a heart-healthy lifestyle. These healthy habits include eating

Osteoporosis is a disease that affects your bones. It means that you have bones that are thin and brittle with lots of holes