If you have been diagnosed with a cholesteatoma, you will probably want to find out as much as you can about the condition. Below is a guide to everything you need to know about the diagnosis and treatment of cholesteatoma.
What is cholesteatoma?
Cholesteatoma is the medical name for a cyst which forms deep within the ear. Cyst form when skin cells reproduce and group together in an abnormal way. The cyst is not cancerous, but if it is left untreated, it can cause damage to the ear which may affect your ability to balance and hear.…
Bulk billing is a service provided by certain medical practitioners in Australia, when they bill Medicare rather than their patients. If you’ve been told that bulk billing is an option for you, note a few questions you might have about this practice and what it entails, so you can decide if this is the right choice for your medical needs. This will ensure your medical bills are paid properly and you know how those bills get paid, so that nothing is overlooked.…
Many people who suddenly have a stroke do not know that their condition was triggered by a manageable disease known as carotid artery disease. Below are important things that you should know about this disease.
What It Is
Carotid artery disease refers to the narrowing of the carotid arteries due to the accumulation of plaque. A carotid artery exists on each side of the neck. Each of these arteries is divided into two (internal and external carotid artery).…
