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What Is a Nerve Block?
Nerve blocks help people who have acute or chronic pain. They're also used as a local anesthesia. Most are injections, but some are surgical. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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What to Do if You Experience Signs of Miscarriage in Early Pregnancy
Signs of miscarriage include bleeding, spotting, and cramping. Learn why you should see a health provider if you have any symptoms of miscarriage during pregnancy.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth
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What Are the First Signs of Kidney Cancer?
Learn about the first signs of kidney cancer, early detection, risk factors, treatment options, and more from UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Urology
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What Is Brachytherapy Treatment for Prostate Cancer?
LDR brachytherapy or prostate seed implantation is a type of radiation therapy used to treat prostate cancer. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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What to Know About Pediatric Living-Donor Liver Transplants
Learn about pediatric liver transplants and how it can save the lives of children with end-stage liver disease.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Liver Transplant, Transplant
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UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: What You Need to Know about DVT
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
Categorized as: UPMC HealthBeat Podcast
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How Are Heart Defects in Infants and Kids Diagnosed?
Congenital heart defects are the most common birth defect. Learn about these heart defects in infants and children, and how they're diagnosed, and treated.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Getting Referred to a Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialist
If you've been referred to a maternal fetal medicine (MFM) doctor, you'll get extra monitoring and care. Learn how a MFM specialist can help you and your baby.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth
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What to Do About Incontinence During Menopause
Does menopause cause incontinence? Here's what older women need to know about urinary continence during menopause — including how to treat the problem.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Women's Health