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Surgery may be used to treat a torn rotator cuff if the injury is very severe or if nonsurgical treatment has not improved

A ferritin blood test checks the amount of ferritin in the blood. Ferritin is a protein in the body that binds to iron; most of

Discusses traditional surgery to remove an enlarged prostate. Covers what to expect after surgery and risks.

A cortisol test is done to measure the level of the hormone cortisol in the blood. The cortisol level may show problems with the

Scoliosis is a problem with the curve in the spine. Some curves in the spine are normal. But sometimes a spine makes a large curve

You will likely stay in the hospital for 1 to 3 days after surgery. Most people can go back to work or their usual routine in

Covers causes and symptoms of high blood pressure. Explains systolic and diastolic pressure numbers. Looks at treatment and

A chloride test measures the level of chloride in your blood or urine. Chloride is one of the most important electrolytes in the

Oxygen therapy helps you get more oxygen into your lungs and bloodstream. You may use it if you have a disease that makes it hard

Antibiotics are drugs used to kill bacteria. Bacteria can cause infections such as strep throat, ear infections, and pneumonia