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Dissolvable Stitches Guide: Care Tips and Preventing Complications

Dissolvable stitches, or dissolvable sutures, keep a wound closed then are absorbed into the body, without the need for removal. Learn home care tips.

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Anesthesiologist: Your Surgical Anesthesia & Pain Management Specialist

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10 Remedies for Constipation After Surgery

Constipation after surgery is common. Learn about recommended postsurgery constipation remedies that can provide relief and when to contact a doctor.

By Lorna Collier

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What to Know About Anesthesia

It’s natural to wonder how the anesthesia will work, what risks you should be aware of, and if you will feel pain.

By Amy Bernstein

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6 Self-Care Tips After Surgery

Your surgery is over, and now it’s time to heal. You may be anxious to get back to normal as soon as possible, and there are some steps you can take to help your recovery move along.

By Susan Fishman

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Hospital Infections: Know Your Risk and What to Do

Get the facts about your risk of acquiring an infection during your hospital stay and what hospitals do to protect patients.

By Beth W. Orenstein

May 15, 2021

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