The surgery done to treat thyroid problems is known as Thyroidectomy. It is the process of removing a part or all of your thyroid gland surgically. The thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped organ that sits at the bottom of your neck. This gland produces hormones that regulate different aspects of your metabolism, from how quickly…
The lower rectum and anus contain enlarged vascular tissue called haemorrhoids or piles. You have this opening at the end of your large intestine that allows stool to leave your body. It is common for everyone to have piles. As long as they don’t swell, they won’t hurt or cause any other problems. The swelling…
A surgical procedure is an effective means of treatment for some deep-rooted health problems. However, traditional surgical procedures often cause pain, leave huge scars, and force them to be bedridden for long periods. We are fortunate to live in an era where constant innovation has been made in all areas of medicine, and minimally invasive…
A mass-like lesion that develops in the breast is known as a breast lump. Breast lumps differ in size and texture and can cause pain. Some don’t find it through a physical exam or imaging exam. Most lumps in the breast are benign, which means non-cancerous. And lumps are uncommon in children and teenagers. The…
Hernia recurrence occurs when the hernia comes back after hernia surgery. The mesh device is designed to prevent the hernia from recurring. However, recurrent hernias often occur due to complications from a damaged mesh implant. Hernias can affect men and women of all ages, including children. A hernia is a condition in which a bulge…
Surgery is an option for treating hyperthyroidism, but it’s not used as often as antithyroid drugs or radioactive iodine. Thyroid surgical procedure includes eliminating part or the entirety of the thyroid gland. Some types of hyperthyroidism, such as a solitary toxic adenoma, involve surgery to remove a portion of the thyroid gland (called thyroid lobectomy)…
Umbilical hernias do not go away naturally and require medical treatment to repair them and surgery is the only way to repair them. A hernia occurs when the inside of the body pushes out a weak spot in a muscle or tissue. Most types of hernias develop in adolescents or adults. Umbilical hernias are more…
