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Glowing tumors: How fluorescence helps neurosurgeons fight brain cancer | Brain | Cancer | UT Southwestern Medical Center
https://utswmed.org/medblog/glowing-tumors-how-fluorescence-helps-neurosurgeons-fight-brain-cancer/
UT Southwestern's neurosurgery team recently performed the first two fluorescence-guided brain tumor removals in the Dallas-Fort Worth region, using an advanced technology that makes the cancer cells glow so it is easier to see and remove them. UT Southwestern discusses the effect of this advanced treatment for glioblastoma, the most common and aggressive form of brain tumor.
PRP for hair loss: Can it reverse baldness without surgery, pills, or creams? | Plastic Surgery | UT Southwestern Medical Center
https://utswmed.org/medblog/prp-hair-loss-can-it-reverse-baldness-without-surgery-pills-or-creams/
Hair loss affects 80 million adults in the U.S. and is a major source of social and professional stress. But a new, natural treatment – PRP injections – can stop and even reverse hair loss. Learn more in this week’s MedBlog by UT Southwestern.
Kids’ food allergies can affect the GI tract: Symptoms parents should know | Diet and Nutrition | Digestive | Pediatrics | UT Southwestern Medical Center
https://utswmed.org/medblog/kids-food-allergies-can-affect-gi-tract-symptoms-parents-should-know/
Pediatric food allergies are rising in the U.S., and so is awareness about food-related GI symptoms such as diarrhea and cramping. In this MedBlog, find symptoms parents should look for and learn about a rare condition that is associated with food allergies. Read more.
Sleep: The real Fountain of Youth | Aging | Mental Health | Prevention | UT Southwestern Medical Center
https://utswmed.org/medblog/sleep-real-fountain-youth/
Whether we like it or not, sleep patterns change as we age and consistently poor sleep can lead to larger health problems. UT Southwestern offers practical solutions on how you can get a better night's sleep and feel more vibrant because of it.
The truth about ectopic pregnancy care | Your Pregnancy Matters | UT Southwestern Medical Center
https://utswmed.org/medblog/truth-about-ectopic-pregnancy-care/
Though ectopic pregnancies can virtually never be viable, some people call treatment immoral. This attitude has the potential to harm women and lead to serious complications or death for pregnant women. Learn about the condition and proper treatment options in this Your Pregnancy Matters blog.
Cochlear implants for hearing loss: Myths vs. reality | ENT | Prevention | UT Southwestern Medical Center
https://utswmed.org/medblog/cochlear-implants-hearing-loss-myths-vs-reality/
Cochlear implants can improve quality of life through better comprehension of speech and other sounds. Those who are no longer receiving sufficient benefits from hearing aids might be candidates for cochlear implants. UT Southwestern debunks common myths about who can benefit from cochlear implants and how well they work. Read more.
7 common causes of pediatric GI bleeding, plus treatment information | Diet and Nutrition | Digestive | Pediatrics | UT Southwestern Medical Center
https://utswmed.org/medblog/gi-bleeding-children/
Finding blood in your child's stool is scary, especially if the child is too young to describe how they feel. In this MedBlog, UT Southwestern discusses seven common, treatable conditions that cause GI bleeding, plus treatment information.
COVID-19 vaccines: The tough questions answered by a frontline doctor | COVID | UT Southwestern Medical Center
https://utswmed.org/medblog/covid-vaccine-questions/
The COVID-19 vaccines are ready in record time, but we know you have questions about how they work, safety, and side effects. So here are some evidence-based answers from one of UT Southwestern's medical professionals who will be among the first in line to take the shot.
When should a student-athlete see a doctor for a concussion? | Brain | UT Southwestern Medical Center
https://utswmed.org/medblog/concussion-symptoms-athlete/
It’s terrifying when a student-athlete gets a concussion. Usually, these kids recover fine. But when should an athlete see a doctor for concussion symptoms?
Long-term concussion symptoms: What’s my child’s risk? | Brain | UT Southwestern Medical Center
https://utswmed.org/medblog/post-concussion-symptoms/
The movie “Concussion” has many parents worried about the long-term effects of concussions. Should parents pull their kids out of sports? What’s the real risk?