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A low-fiber diet means eating foods that don't have much fiber. They are easy to digest. Learn why your doctor may put you on this kind of diet-and what foods you can and can't eat.

When blood supply is cut off from the brain, cells start to die from lack of oxygen. Within minutes, skills such as reasoning, speech, and movement of the arm, leg, or face may be affected. The type of skills and the amount of loss depend on which part of the brain was affected, and how much tissue was damaged.

IV infiltration is when some of the fluid leaks out under the skin where the IV tube has been put into your vein. You may have swelling, pain, burning in the IV area. This is a common problem.

IABP is a device that helps your heart pump better. It is used most often when your heart is not able to pump enough blood for your body.

Arthritis is a disease that affects the joints. Joints are the parts where bones meet and move. Read on to learn more about arthritis, including causes, symptoms, and how to ease symptoms.

Use these tips to protect your back when moving a patient from the bad to a wheelchair.

Your hearing must be tested to find the type of hearing loss you have and how bad it is. Read on to learn what to expect.

The results of your hearing test are shown on a graph called an audiogram. It shows which types of sounds you can and can't hear. A sample audiogram is provided here.

In some cases, your doctor may prescribe medications to dissolve or prevent kidney stones. Or medications may be prescribed to stop an infection. Once the infection is controlled, your stone can be removed.