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Article - 5 Minute Read
Could Your Abdominal Pain Be Gallstones? Know the Warning Signs
Gallstones symptoms include pain in your belly and back. If you have frequent belly or back pain, especially after eating, talk to your doctor.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z
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Do You Need to Use a Tongue Scraper? Find Out If Tongue Scrapers Are Really Necessary
You brush your teeth and floss regularly, but have you ever considered cleaning your tongue? Or cleaning it better. Your tongue is a fleshy collection of muscles covered in little bumps (taste buds or papillae) that help you taste and recognize textures. Because it is responsible for eating, drinking, chewing, swallowing, and communicating, it harbors…Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Podcast
UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Treating Obesity as a Chronic Disease
David Rometo, MD, Clinical Director of the UPMC Center for Obesity Medicine, discusses a shift in mindset when it comes to weight loss, and approaches that can benefit a patient’s overall health.Listen Now
Categorized as: UPMC HealthBeat Podcast
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What Caregivers Can Expect After Kidney Transplant
Caring for someone after kidney transplant is a big commitment. Here's what to expect and what you can do to ensure a positive experience.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Kidney Transplant, Transplant
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What Caregivers Can Expect After Liver Transplant
Caring for a loved one after liver transplant is challenging and rewarding. Here's what you should know if you're in the caregiver role after this surgery.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Liver Transplant, Transplant
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Understanding GFR for Transplant Patients
Kidney transplant can save your life if your GFR shows you're in kidney failure. If you've had a transplant, GFR shows if your body has accepted the new kidney.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Kidney Transplant, Transplant
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Symptoms of Radiation and How to Manage Them
You may experience side effects after radiation treatment for cancer. Learn more about symptoms of radiation and how to manage them.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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How Does Chemo Affect Your Mouth?
When you have oral mucositis during cancer treatment, it's known as chemo mouth. Learn how to get rid of chemo mouth.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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Eating the Most Nutrient-Dense Vegetables
Vegetables packed with nutrients like vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fiber are essential to a healthy diet.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition