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What is Gallbladder? The gallbladder is a small, pouch-like organ in the upper right part of your tummy. It stores bile, a fluid produced by the liver that helps break down fatty foods. The gallbladder is not a vital organ, so surgery to remove it is often recommended if you develop any problems with it. …

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Bunions (Hallux Valgus) Even though bunions are a common foot deformity, there are misconceptions about them. Many people may unnecessarily suffer the pain of bunions for years before seeking treatment. What is a Bunion?  A bunion (also referred to as hallux valgus or hallux abducto valgus) is often described as a bump on the side …

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For many people, one of the sure signs that age is catching up is the blurring of vision. This typically starts to happen after 60 years of age and for some, may progress to the point that lifestyle gets affected. Daily chores like reading, cooking and driving may get progressively more difficult to do. It …

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Treating obesity can often be difficult. For people who have struggled with losing weight and are tired of failed diets, surgical weight loss can be a viable alternative.  What is Bariatric Surgery? Also known as weight loss or metabolic surgery, bariatric surgery is a procedure that causes weight loss by mechanically restricting the amount of …

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