Search Results for: blood vessel
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Penile Injection Therapy for Erectile Dysfunction: What You Should Know
Learn about different types of penile injection therapy, including how they work and their potential side effects.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Men's Health, Urology
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Syphilis Cases on the Rise: A Discussion of Symptoms and Treatment
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) affect over 2 million people in the United States. Of that number, approximately 31,000 people were reported to have syphilis. Once known to be a disease with a low number of cases being reported annually, according to the CDC, the rate of syphilis has been “increasing” at significant rates nationwide. However, many cases of syphilis still undiagnosed and unreported. So how can you protect yourself? Find out in our blog!Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
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What’s the Scoop on the Different Effects of Coffee?
The way you prefer your coffee can vary as much as its effects on you versus another. You may consume several cups of coffee in a day and still sleep soundly, while your coworker or significant other gets jittery after only one cup. For some people, caffeine is completely off limits. The question, of course,…Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
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Advanced Treatment Options for Stroke and Brain Aneurysm
UPMC Hamot is the only Comprehensive Stroke Center in Erie and offers full stroke treatment capabilities. Learn more about the latest treatment options.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Neurosurgery and Brain Health
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An Unruptured Brain Aneurysm: What to Know
We most often hear about aneurysms when they rupture. However, a small number of people have an unruptured brain aneurysm. Learn more about these cases.Read More
Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health
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What Is Cardiac Ablation? Facts on Irregular Rhythm
What is cardiac ablation? If your heart has an irregular rhythm (whether constantly or just occasionally), you might be a candidate for cardiac ablation.Read More
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
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Diabetes and Chronic Kidney Disease: What’s the Connection?
Diabetes makes up a full 44 percent of new cases of kidney failure each year. Currently, 247,000 people are living with kidney failure caused by diabetes.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Kidney Transplant, Transplant
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Understanding the Different Types of Vascular Disease
Problems in the intricate system of vessels running throughout your body can result in different types of vascular disease.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Targeting Deadly Tumors in Unborn Babies
Pioneered at UPMC, a new technique using microcoil embolization shows early promise in treating inoperable placental tumorsWatch Now
Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth