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Allergy testing, also known as skin, prick, or blood testing is performed by a trained allergy specialist to determine if your body has an allergic reaction to a known substance. The exam can be in the form of a blood test, a skin test, or an elimination diet. Allergies occur when your immune system, which is your body’s natural defense, overreacts to something in your environment. Allergy testing can determine which particular pollens, molds, or other substances you’re aller

Gastric balloon treatment involves inserting a deflated balloon into the stomach and then inflating it, to help lose weight. by partially filling the stomach, allowing the patient to feel fuller, eat smaller portions, and subsequently consume fewer calories. The balloon is inserted through the mouth, along with an endoscopic camera which will ensure it is safe for the balloon to be placed. Once inside the stomach, the balloon is filled with a saline solution, and the tube is removed, leaving the

Gastric band surgery, which can be also referred to as Lap-Band, is a very common bariatric surgery procedure, considered as the less invasive and safest for its reversible and adjustable characteristics. Gastric banding is performed with a laparoscopic approach, which involves a series of small cuts to the stomach and abdominal area, in order to insert and place a silicon device filled with a saline solution around the upper section of the stomach. This band effectively reduces the stomach c

Gastric Bypass Surgery treatments abroad. Gastric Bypass Surgery abroad Gastric bypass is just one of many types of bariatric surgery, or weight loss surgery, and is used to treat morbid obesity. Gastric bypass surgery works by dividing the stomach into a small upper pouch and a larger lower pouch and then connecting the small intestine to both. This changes the way in which the patient's body responds to food and reduces the amount of food the stomach can handle at one time, often

CT Scan (Computed Tomography) treatments abroad Computed Tomography, also known as a CT scan or CAT (Computer-Assisted Tomography) scan, involves taking a series of X-ray images in a circle around the subject and using a computer to build a tomographic image. A tomographic image is a three-dimensional computer-generated picture built out of slices, so a doctor can look inside and make a diagnosis. Computed Tomography allows doctors to look inside different parts of the body without performing

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Find Cesarean Section abroad with Mozocare Cesarean section is recognized as C-section, which is a surgical operation that helps in delivering the baby through an incision in the abdomen and afterward in the uterus. Generally, the possibility to do C-section occurs if any complication arrives during or pre-delivery to baby or mother. Some cesarean delivery is pre-planned but majorly performed due to complications. Mothers opt c-section as it has comparatively less pain and faster recovery

Find Myomectomy abroad with Mozocare Myomectomy is done for the removal of uterine fibroids (leiomyomas) found in the Uterus. Uterine fibroids develop in the uterus, and are harmless but once they start causing trouble they need to be removed. Myomectomy is somewhat similar to hysterectomy. In myomectomy uterine fibroids are removed while in hysterectomy whole uterus is removed. Both deal with uterine fibroids but in a slightly different way. Performing hysterectomy over myomectomy is based o

Find Dilation and Curettage abroad with Mozocare Dilation and curettage, shortly known as D&C is a brief surgical operation in which the cervix is dilated and clears the uterine lining. D&C is done to a female if she has a miscarriage or facing unusual heavy bleeding. In D&C’s procedure, the doctor clears out all bad blood and tissues from the uterus, helps in preventing back pain, unusual bleeding, stomach ache, etc. D&C is a simple procedure that is completed within 15

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Kidney dialysis is a treatment which usually involves using a machine to take over kidney function to filter toxins, waste, and excess fluid from the body. The treatment is required by patients whose kidneys are not functioning properly. The kidneys serve the function of filtering the blood to remove excess fluid and waste products by turning them into urine.

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Brain Aneurysm Repair Abroad It is a surgery to treat a weak area in the blood vessel wall which leads to a bulge or burst of the vessel which can cause bleeding into the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) and brain that forms a collection of blood. Symptoms being behavior change, speech problems, numbness, vision problems, loss of coordination, muscle weakness, etc. Diagnostic tests are Cerebrospinal fluid test, CT, MRI, Cerebral angiogram, and X-ray. Treatment for the disease can be aneurysm clippin

Neurosurgery Consultation abroad Neurosurgery is the branch of medicine related to the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves within the body. Neurosurgeons are specialists who specialize in neurosurgeries to treat these disorders. Consultation with the neurosurgeons provides the diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, prevention, critical care, etc. The doctor talks about the treatment plan and educates about the benefits and the risks of that treatme

Skull Base Surgery Abroad A surgical treatment to remove a tumor or any cancerous growth at the bottom of the skull is referred to as skull base surgery. Symptoms are facial pain, headache, numbness, hearing loss, ringing in ears, weakness of the face, etc. Diagnostic tests are endoscopy, CT scan, MRI, MRA, PET scan, and biopsy. Treatment for the disease can be minimally invasive surgery, open surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, gamma knife, proton beam therapy, and particle therap

Breast Cancer Treatment abroad Breast cancer can occur when cell growth within the breast becomes abnormal, causing the division of the cells and preventing new, healthy cells from developing. Around 1 in 8 women will encounter some form of breast cancer in their lifetime, making it the most common cancer type in women worldwide. Men can also develop breast cancer, though this is rare. The majority of breast cancers are found in women over the age of 50, though it is possible at all ages. Wo

Hip Arthroscopy abroad A hip arthroscopy is a minimally invasive procedure that allows doctors too see hip joint in the absence of making a slit through skin and tissues. it is used to determine and treat a wide range of problems related to hip. This procedure does not require large incisions. An arthroscope (a small camera) is inserted into the hip joint and with the help of the images received on the monitor, the surgeon guide the miniature surgical instrument. This helps in diagnosing the

Hip Replacement abroad Hip Replacement abroad, A hip replacement involves replacing the natural hip joint that is not functional anymore and causes pain, with a prosthetic implant. Total hip joint replacement means that the end of the femur (thigh bone), cartilage, and hip socket are replaced to create new joint surfaces. Hip replacements are carried out to improve quality of life, relieving chronic pain caused by hip conditions, and improving hip mobility. Hip replacements are usually used

Knee Arthroscopy abroad Knee Arthroscopy abroad In the strictest sense, knee arthroscopy involves the insertion of a camera (called arthroscopic camera) into a small incision in the knee so that the surgeon can examine different parts of the knee from the inside and repair or diagnose different conditions. The surgeon may insert other tools through other openings to repair or remove things from within the knee. Arthroscopic surgery may be an option for patients with several different conditi

Find Breast Lift abroad with Mozocare What is Breast Lift Surgery? Breast lift surgery, also known as a mastopexy, is a surgical procedure whereby the size and contour of the breasts are corrected and modified in addition to elevating the breasts to eradicate sagging. The aim of the surgery is to tighten and lift the breast, making them proportionate. In order to achieve this, excess tissue is cut and removed and the nipple is usually repositioned so that it rests higher on the breast. A

Find Breast Reduction abroad with Mozocare  What is Breast Reduction Surgery? Breast reduction surgery (which is also known as reduction mammoplasty or reduction mammaplasty) is a procedure that involves removing some tissue and skin to reshape and reduce the size of the breasts. Breast reduction surgery can be used for aesthetic reasons, or to treat medical conditions caused by large breasts. One reason for having breast reduction surgery is to feel more comfortable in day-to-day lif

Find Facelift abroad with Mozocare What is a facelift? A facelift (officially known as rhytidectomy) is a plastic and cosmetic procedure used to give an appearance of youthfulness to the face, removing or smoothing out the wrinkles and creases that make the face look aged and worn. As skin ages it loses its firmness and elasticity, resulting in sagging skin around the neck and jawline that many people find unappealing. In this case a facelift can reverse this process, tightening loose skin

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