Anal Sex Safety: Everything You Need to Know Is it safe? Anal sex is a bit of a taboo subject, despite the fact that it’s an increasingly popular sexual activity. As more couples explore this type of sex, understanding the risks, rewards, and proper strategy is important. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), anal sex …
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Intercostal Neuralgia What is intercostal neuralgia? Intercostal neuralgia is neuropathic pain involving the intercostal nerves. These are the nerves that arise from the spinal cord, below the ribs. Intercostal neuralgia tends to cause thoracic pain, which affects your chest wall and upper trunk. What are the symptoms? The main symptom of intercostal neuralgia is burning, …
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Polypectomy What is a polypectomy? A polypectomy is a procedure used to remove polyps from the inside of the colon, also called the large intestine. A polyp is an abnormal collection of tissue. The procedure is relatively noninvasive and is usually carried out at the same time as a colonoscopy. What’s the purpose of a …
Causes and treatments for nasolabial folds Overview Nasolabial folds are the indentation lines on either side of the mouth that extends from the edge of the nose to the mouth’s outer corners. They become more prominent when people smile. These folds also tend to deepen with age. Some people develop wrinkles next to the nasolabial …
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Tubular Breasts What are Tubular Breasts? “Tubular breasts” is the name of a condition caused by breast tissue not proliferating properly during puberty. The condition is also called tuberous breasts or breast hypoplasia. While not extremely common, tubular breasts cannot be considered rare because many women don’t seek treatment. While tubular breasts don’t pose any …
Preauricular lymph nodes: What to know Overview The preauricular lymph nodes sit just in front of the ears. These tiny nodes play a vital role in the immune system. In this article, we provide information on the preauricular lymph nodes (PLNs) and other parts of the lymphatic system. We also look at what conditions and …
Hypoproteinemia Overview Hypoproteinemia is lower-than-normal levels of protein in the body. Protein is an essential nutrient found in almost every part of your body — including your bones, muscles, skin, hair, and nails. Protein keeps your bones and muscles strong. It makes up a molecule called hemoglobin, which carries oxygen throughout your body. It also …
All about coughs and their causes Overview A cough, also known as tussis, is a voluntary or involuntary act that clears the throat and breathing passage of foreign particles, microbes, irritants, fluids, and mucus; it is a rapid expulsion of air from the lungs. Coughing can be done deliberately or as part of a reflex. …
What to know about angiolipoma Overview Angiolipoma is a less common form of lipoma or a benign lump of fatty tissue. An angiolipoma is most commonly found on the forearm. Angiolipomas differ from lipomas in that they have more blood vessels running through them and they are more likely to be painful. Angiolipomas are relatively …
What to know about acromioplasty Overview Acromioplasty is a surgical procedure that treats shoulder impingement and rotator cuff disease. It involves removing a small piece of bone and soft tissue from the acromion. In this article, we look at why people might need acromioplasty and what it involves, as well as the recovery, benefits, and …
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