Liver biopsy (LB) is a tool in the diagnosis of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). Its performance is safe and the risk of tumoral seeding has been substantially reconsidered over recent years. Several alternatives to the classic percutaneous technique have been standardized. Indications for LB in the...
Aliverbiopsy is a procedure in which a small needle is inserted into the liver to collect a tissue sample. This is performed as an office or outpatient procedure or during surgery. The tissue is then analyzed in a laboratory to help doctors diagnose a variety of disorders and diseases in the...
A Quick Review Whatever you do, don't sit there in silence with an uncomfortably itchy butt. If you're hesitant to discuss the problem, remember you're not alone. Anal itching is relatively common—and it can be treated. The treatment will depend on the cause. Common reasons for anal it...
I frequently receive these types of questions about thyroid nodules — why they happen, and what to do about them. While I personally did not present with thyroid nodules, I have had a few clients and readers with Hashimoto’s and nodules, and was pleasantly surprised when they shrunk their...
“You may feel like you’re winded. You can’t quite catch your breath anymore, particularly with activity,” says Dr. England. “You may not be able to do as much as before because you’re running out of steam.” Another sign is a persistentdry coughthat doesn’t bring up any ...
Nematode worms are the most abundant animals on the planet, prevalent in all continents worldwide, with several species infecting humans as well as agriculturally and economically important animals and crops. And yet in several cases, scientists do not know how some nematodes cause certain disease...
that your colon is clean so that your doctor has a clear view of everything. If your colon is not fully clean, you may need to reschedule your procedure. Your doctor's instructions may be slightly different, but here’s what you usually will need to do in the days before your ...
7. Liver Support When the liver is overburdened and can’t process toxins as quickly as they come in, the body will divert and store these toxins in fat cells. This is a protective mechanism that your body performs to protect you. Sometimes it can be difficult to lose weight because it...
Have had some weird detox effects, the worst about a month ago, almost like a last gasp by the ailment (will not name it, gives it energy! ) I felt awful, no energy, moving from one chair to another was exhausting, but it is WAY better now, and can actually do more, but that ...
The average time it takes for food to leave a cat’s stomach is anywhere from 1 – 3 hours. Water and liquids transit through the stomach much quicker than solids do. A cat will experience hunger if their stomach is empty for a period of 8 – 10 hours. However, the rate at which ...