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Operations on the abdomen and other common general surgical procedures.

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Appendectomy: Everything You Need to Know Before, During, and After Surgery General surgery

Appendectomy: Everything You Need to Know Before, During, and After Surgery

One minute, you're feeling fine. The next, a sharp pain grips your lower right abdomen. If that pain worsens when you move, cough, or even breathe deeply, it could be appendicitis, and that’s a medical emergency. An appendectomy, the surgical removal of the appendix, is the only way to stop a ruptured appendix from causing life-threatening complications. If you or someone you love needs this procedure, here’s exactly what to expect at every stage.

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Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy): Treating Gallstones and Gallbladder Disease General surgery

Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy): Treating Gallstones and Gallbladder Disease

More than 600,000 gallbladder removals happen in the U.S. every year. Why? Because when gallstones or gallbladder disease strike, they don’t mess around. One minute, you're enjoying your favorite meal. The next? Sharp pain in your upper right abdomen, nausea, or even a trip to the ER. If your gallbladder is causing trouble, removal might be the best solution. The good news? You don’t actually need a gallbladder to live a normal, healthy life! Let’s break down the procedure, recovery, and how to get back to feeling your best.

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Hernia Repair Fixing a hernia to prevent complications General surgery

Hernia Repair Fixing a hernia to prevent complications

One minute, you’re lifting groceries. The next, you feel an odd bulge in your abdomen. It’s not painful yet. But over time, discomfort creeps in. That bulge? It could be a hernia, and ignoring it won’t make it go away. Hernias happen when an organ or tissue pushes through a weak spot in the surrounding muscle. Some are small and harmless, but others can grow, cause pain, and even lead to dangerous complications like strangulation (when blood supply gets cut off). The good news? Hernia repair surgery is a simple, effective fix. Here’s everything you need to know from the procedure to recovery and essential home care tips.

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