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What is Avascular Necrosis of the hip?

What is avascular necrosis? Avascular necrosis (AVN), or osteonecrosis, is a disease that arises as a result of temporary or permanent loss of blood supply to the bone. More specifically, avascular necrosis of the hip arises when the blood supply to the head of the thigh bone (also known as the femur) is disrupted. If

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Why does my finger “Get stuck”?

What is a trigger finger? Trigger finger, a type of stenosing tenosynovitis, is a condition in which your fingers catch or lock when you bend them, causing them to get stuck in a bent position. It can affect more than one finger at a time, and when the thumb is affected, it is called trigger

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I have finger numbness, is it Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?

How does carpal tunnel syndrome occur? The carpal tunnel is a passageway in the wrist that contains tendons and the median nerve. Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) occurs when there is compression of the median nerve within the carpal tunnel. As a result, the median nerve is unable to function properly, leading to loss of sensation

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Swollen Elbow Causes: Identifying and Treating Elbow Inflammation

What causes a swollen elbow? Many conditions can cause elbow swelling. In general, these conditions can be considered either trauma (related to injury), or atraumatic (not related to injury). Amongst the most common cause of atraumatic elbow swelling is olecranon bursitis. This refers to swelling that occurs as a result of inflammation in the cushioning

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Sarah Taylor

Obstetrics & Gynaecology