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What Causes Varicose Veins?
Varicose veins on your legs are unsightly, and can also cause discomfort and other health problems. Here's what you need to know about this common problem.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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What Is Hydrocephalus?
Hydrocephalus happens when there's too much fluid in your baby's brain and spinal cord. It's serious, but there are treatments.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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What Is an Electrophysiology Study?
An electrophysiology study examines your heart's electrical activity and helps identify problems with your heart rhythm. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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When To See a Doctor for Pain Management
How do you know when it is time to see a pain management doctor? A UPMC pain medicine specialist, Jacob Shipley, MD, weighs in.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Undergoing Heart Valve Surgery for A-Fib
A-fib is a commonly treated arrhythmia. Here's what you need to know about A-fib if you have heart valve problems or need heart surgery.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Podcast
UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: What Causes Varicose Veins?
Natalie Sridharan, MD, UPMC Vascular Surgeon explains what causes varicose veins, the treatments available and why they may be more than just a cosmetic concern.Listen Now
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Understanding Venous Ulcers
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
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Podcast
UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Hope for Patients with IBD
Dr. David Binion, co-director of the UPMC IBD Center, discusses treatment options and new advances in care for Inflammatory Bowel DiseaseListen Now
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, UPMC HealthBeat Podcast
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Eileen: Overcoming Back Pain Without Surgery
By the time Eileen Scott turned 66, she was at her wit's end. Born with scoliosis, she'd spent a lifetime dealing with chronic back pain. But her pain had become so severe she could barely walk 250 steps a day. As she neared retirement, she wondered about her future and dreams of traveling.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Spine Health