Labor and delivery
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Inducing labor: When to wait, when to induce
Find out who can benefit from getting the uterus to contract to start labor and why.
Is the keto diet for you? A Mayo expert weighs in
The ketogenic diet is all about eating the right foods in the right proportions. When you get it right, it'll trigger your body to start burning stored fat.
Labor and delivery: Pain medications
Understand the pros and cons of various labor and delivery pain medications.
Labor positions
Learn about positions that might help you relax and ease pain during labor.
Lung volume reduction surgery
Lung volume reduction surgery helps some people with severe emphysema breathe easier. Diseased lung tissue is removed so the remaining tissue works better.
Mammary duct ectasia
Mammary duct ectasia is a noncancerous breast condition that affects the milk ducts. Learn the signs and symptoms and when treatment might be needed.
Mammogram
Learn what to expect during a breast X-ray exam. Find out about the benefits of mammograms for breast cancer screening, as well as potential risks.
Mild cognitive impairment (MCI)
Learn more about this stage between the typical cognitive decline of aging and the more serious decline of dementia.
Neck lift
Find out how this cosmetic procedure removes excess skin and fat around the jaw line to create a more youthful appearance.
PSA test
Learn about this prostate cancer screening test, including why it's done, what to expect, risks and results.
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