What is Prolapse of the Umbilical Cord Prolapse of the umbilical cord is a problem that can happen during labor if the umbilical cord enters the birth canal before the baby. This condition is a medical emergency. If the baby puts pressure on the cord, blood and oxygen may not be able to reach the …
What is Pronator Syndrome Pronator syndrome is a condition that happens when the median nerve is squeezed (compressed) by a muscle or other structure. The median nerve is a nerve in your forearm that provides feeling to certain parts of your hand. The condition can cause weakness or tingling in your thumb, index, middle, and …
What is Prostaglandin Induced Abortion Prostaglandin induced abortion is a procedure that uses prostaglandins to end a pregnancy. Prostaglandins are hormone-like medicines used to start labor by making the uterus tighten (contract). Prostaglandin-induced abortion can be done during the first trimester of pregnancy. Tell a health care provider about: Any allergies you have. All medicines …
PSA Testing Pros and Cons What is prostate cancer screening? A prostate cancer screening is a test that your doctor uses to look for prostate cancer before you have any symptoms. The 2 types of prostate cancer screening tests are the digital rectal exam (DRE) and the prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test. Should I be screened …
Common Prostate Cancer Treatments Risks and Benefits Information What are the risks and benefits of radical prostatectomy? If you’re young and in good health, the short-term risks of this surgery are low. The hospital stay is usually 2 to 3 days, with the catheter left in place for 2 to 3 weeks. You’re usually able …
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What is Prostate Cancer Prostate cancer is the abnormal growth of cells in the prostate gland. The prostate is a walnut-sized gland that is involved in the production of semen. It is located below a man’s bladder, in front of the rectum. How common is Prostate Cancer Prostate cancer is the most common noncutaneous cancer …
What is Prostatitis Prostatitis is swelling or inflammation of the prostate gland. The prostate is a walnut-sized gland that is involved in the production of semen. It is located below a man’s bladder, in front of the rectum. There are four types of prostatitis: Chronic nonbacterial prostatitis. This is the most common type of prostatitis. …