Medical Procedures | What's it Like

What's it like: To get lithotripsy May 19, 2013 | Leave a comment Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy uses shock waves to break a kidney stone into smaller passable pieces. Read More

What's It Like: To get tubes placed in your ears May 12, 2013 What's it Like: Myringotomy, or ear tube surgery, primarily is performed on children but also may be necessary for some adults Read More

What's it like: To donate platelets May 05, 2013 Platelets are a component of your blood. People who have cancer, surgery patients and infants in intensive-care units might need platelets to help prevent complications. Read More

What it's like: How it feels to get a heart stent April 28, 2013 A stent will support the inner wall of your heart's blocked artery, while the angioplasty procedure helps restore blood flow through the artery or arteries that were blocked. Read More

What's it like: To get a face-lift April 21, 2013 A face-lift is a cosmetic surgery that can help restore a more youthful look. However, it does not change your fundamental appearance or stop the aging process. Read More

What's it like: To train for a marathon April 14, 2013 Many people like a challenge, and a marathon encompasses the success of running a long distance and the benefit of overall wellness. Read More

What's it like: To go through medical detox April 07, 2013 People who suffer from addiction might end up in a detoxification facility to rid their bodies of the drug, or drugs, they're abusing. After detox, a person is usually recommended to seek further treatment to remain sober. Read More

What's it like: To get an electrocardiogram, or EKG March 31, 2013 You might get an EKG if you're experiencing a fluttering feeling in your heart, chest pain or a family history of irregular heartbeat. You might also get an EKG if you have a family history of sudden death at an early age because of heart problems. Read More

What's it like: To have your thyroid removed March 24, 2013 Thyroid removal helps treat cancer and overactive glands. Read More

What's it like: To have your tonsils removed March 17, 2013 A tonsillectomy is a common procedure performed to remove the tonsils. Read More