Menu

Understanding Medical Restrictions


About Me

Understanding Medical Restrictions

About a year ago, I realized that there were some issues with my medical plan. I was diagnosed with a serious condition, but my treatments weren't going along quite as nicely as I would have hoped. I started thinking about different ways to streamline things, but I knew that I needed the help of my medical provider. I headed in to a medical clinic, and they worked with me to figure things out. I wanted to start a website to encourage others to find the help they need each and every day. Check out this blog for moe information that could help you.

Categories

Latest Posts

The Five Common Aches and How Your Chiropractor Can Help
26 March 2024

Chronic discomfort can stem from a variety of caus

The Five Key Advantages of a First-Class Aviation Medical Examiner
5 February 2024

In the highly regulated and safety-critical world

Medication Management: The Key to Relieving Your Mind of Depression
22 December 2023

Depression is a mental condition that can have a s

Navigating the Process: Key Steps in the Immigration Medical Examination
29 November 2023

If you are planning on immigrating to a new countr

The Unique Attributes of Children's X-Ray Treatments
7 November 2023

When it comes to medical imaging, children are not

3 Procedures Reconstructive Surgeons Perform

Abnormalities on the outside of the body can be congenital, but they can also be caused by injury, trauma, infection, disease, and tumors. For many people, any kind of abnormality of the body can cause them to become extremely self-conscious. Besides emotional pain, these abnormalities can also cause physical pain. The good news is reconstructive surgeons can perform a variety of procedures to correct abnormalities of the face and body. In many cases, along with improving appearance, reconstructive surgeons can help to improve body function.

Here are three procedures that reconstructive surgeons perform.

1. Breast Reconstruction

Indeed, breast reconstruction is often done for cosmetic purposes, but reconstructive surgeons also perform breast reconstruction for another reason. Women with breast cancer may need either one or both breasts removed to stop the spread of cancer. In either case, they will have the option for breast reconstruction, which is when a reconstructive surgeon rebuilds the shape and appearance of the breast. 

 2. Scar Revision

When a person needs surgery of any kind, it results in the growth of tissue called a scar. This scar marks the spot where the skin has healed. While scars are a sign of healing, they can sometimes make a person feel self-conscious, especially when they are on a visible part of the body. In some cases, scars can also become red, itchy, and irritated.

The different kinds of scars include:

  • Hypertrophic. This thick cluster of scars develops at the wound site and can become red and uncomfortable.
  • Keloids. These large scars extend past the edge of the original incision and may become painful and itchy.
  • Contractures. When the skin and underlying tissues pull together during healing, it results in this type of scar.

A reconstructive surgeon can perform scar revision surgery on the above types of scars. This type of surgery will help to improve the appearance of the scar and decrease discomfort.

3. Septoplasty

When the nasal septum is displaced to the side it causes one of the nasal passages to become smaller than normal. This is called a deviated septum. A severe deviated septum makes it difficult to breathe. Other common symptoms associated with a deviated septum include nosebleeds, facial pain, recurring sinus infections, and noisy breathing during sleep.

One treatment option for a deviated septum is a reconstructive surgery called septoplasty. During this procedure, a reconstructive surgeon straightens the bones and cartilage between the septum. This procedure allows for better airflow through the nose and improves the appearance of the nose and face.