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Table of Contents Introduction Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Options Conclusion FAQ Introduction Lipomas are noncancerous tumours made up of fat cells that grow beneath the skin. These tumours are normally painless and slow-growing, and they can appear anywhere there is fat. While they are not usually harmful, they can cause discomfort and be unsightly. In …

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Table of Contents Introduction Treatments for skin abscess During the procedure After the procedure Risks & side effects Abscess Removal FAQ Introduction An abscess is a localised collection of pus caused by an infection that can occur in any area of the body. A skin abscess is an infection beneath the skin that is pus-filled …

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Table of Contents What is cortisone steroid joint injection? What are the alternatives? Preparing for the injection During the injection After the injection Recovery from the injection Risks FAQ This guide is intended for individuals who are considering or receiving a cortisone steroid joint injection and would like more information on the procedure. Cortisone steroid …

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Have you ever heard your doctor saying that your injury is an acute or chronic one? What are their differences? You need to know exactly what they are and what you should do. Their symptoms are different and the treatment methods differ as well. After all, it is your own body and you will be …

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The index finger is laid on the anterior surface of the lateral malleolus. A combined plantar flexion-inversion movement of the ankle makes the lateral process of the talus more prominent. The ligament is felt as a thin, flat and horizontal structure, pressing against the palpating finger. If you would like an appointment / review with …

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Starting from the anterior surface of the lateral malleolus and moving anteriorly and medially, the finger falls into a depression – the sinus tarsi. If the finger is left in place and the foot is inverted, the depression excavates and its borders can be better ascertained. Just anterior to the malleolus the lateral process of …

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