Do you suffer from tennis elbow, plantar fasciitis, or some other nagging tendon pain? UVA Health System now offers a minimally invasive, non-surgical treatment for chronic tendon pain that has…
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Do you experience frequent pain when lifting anything overhead or playing sports that require overhead motion? Tendon pain can be caused by a variety of issues, one of these being…
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Thyroid nodules are clumps of soft tissues within the thyroid gland. In rare cases, they can be cancerous or interfere with the proper functioning of the thyroid. In such cases,…
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The vascular system (also called the circulatory system) is a network of vessels that carry blood throughout the body, delivering essential nutrients and oxygen and taking away waste material. Sometimes…
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Blood clots that form in the lower half of the body can put people at risk for pulmonary embolism or even death. When the traditional method of treatment for blood…
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Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC) is one of the most common liver cancers and is often caused by long-term damage or scarring of the liver (liver cirrhosis). It is estimated to be…
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Benign prostatic hyperplasia (or BPH) is a non-cancerous condition in which the prostate gland is enlarged. It can lead to a frequent need to urinate and other symptoms. Treatment options…
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Many people have heard of varicose veins in the legs, but did you know that a similar vein condition can occur in men within the scrotum? Varicoceles are enlarged, failing…
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Varicose veins are responsible for all kinds of discomfort. Itching, burning, bulging veins, tired legs–the list goes on. But what if you didn’t have to live with the constant discomfort…
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Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) affects the circulation in your legs and can leave your legs feeling tired, heavy, or in pain. Lack of awareness about this condition can lead many…
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If you or your doctor finds evidence of a lump or tumor in your breast, the next step is to determine whether or not the lump is cancerous. Your doctor…
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A breast self-exam is an important practice and a powerful free way to take your health into your own hands. This practice may lead to detecting breast cancer in its…
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Did your doctor say you have “dense breast tissue?” If you’re wondering what that means or are concerned about the implications, we’re here to help you out. Dense breast tissue…
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Varicose veins are more than just an eyesore. Sometimes they hurt and make everyday life uncomfortable. Endovenous Laser Ablation Therapy (EVLT) is a procedure that closes varicose veins, restoring proper…