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  Understanding Venous Ulcers

  April 5, 2022

  Learn about what venous ulcers are, why they happen, how they're treated, and what you can do to prevent a venous ulcer.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health

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  How Much Ibuprofen Can I Take?

  April 4, 2024

  Ibuprofen is an effective painkiller, but it's not safe for all. Find out if ibuprofen is for you, how much you can take, and the risks of ibuprofen overdose.Read More

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  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: Discovery

  

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  Understanding Your Colonoscopy Results

  February 20, 2024

  You might have to wait a few days or weeks to get your colonoscopy results. Learn what happens after a colonoscopy and how to understand your results.Read More

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  Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z

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  Ways to Soothe an Upset Stomach

  January 12, 2024

  If you have an upset stomach, you may wonder what caused it. Was it the pizza you ate last night or the new medication you've started?Read More

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  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: Discovery

  

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  UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: What You Need to Know about DVT

  November 13, 2023

  Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) can be a life-threatening condition. Ulka Sachdev, MD, Co-director of the Vein Center at UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute, discusses causes, the warning signs and what you should discuss with your doctor.Listen Now

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: UPMC HealthBeat Podcast

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  What Do Parents Need to Know About Impetigo?

  October 25, 2023

  Impetigo is a common skin infection in young children. It's usually not serious, but you shouldn't let it go untreated. Learn more.Read More

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  Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics

  Tagged with: Discovery, PCP

  

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  One Woman’s Recovery at UPMC Lititz: ‘You Feel Like You Belong’

  February 4, 2024

  Discover Christine’s inspiring recovery journey as she found a sense of belonging at UPMC Wound and Hyperbaric Center in Lititz.Read More

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  Categorized as: UPMC Stories

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  Human Skin Substitutes: How Cellular-Based Tissue Helps People Heal

  August 29, 2023

  Cellular tissue-based products (CTPs) are substitutes for human skin that may be an option for chronic or nonhealing wounds. Learn more from UPMC.Read More

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  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z

  Tagged with: Discovery, Specialty

  

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  How Does Chemo Affect Your Skin?

  June 9, 2023

  Chemo rash is a rash that develops during cancer treatment. Learn more about how long chemo rash lasts — and what the best treatments are.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

  Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z

  Tagged with: Discovery