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Complications that result in loss of vision after LASIK are rare
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: What are the risks of LASIK surgery, and will my vision deteriorate again over time,…
Thyroid nodules generally don’t cause signs or symptoms
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Are thyroid nodules common? What causes them to develop, and should I be concerned if…
Many children develop nearsightedness during elementary school years
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My son is nearsighted and has been wearing glasses for three years. He’s now 10…
Check daughter regularly because of family history of scoliosis
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: What causes scoliosis? Do genetics play a role? I was diagnosed with it as a…
Risks lower with minimally invasive heart surgery
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Is minimally invasive heart surgery to repair a mitral valve a safer option than open-heart…
Rather than focus just on weight, consider other factors that determine health
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: At a recent appointment, my blood pressure and cholesterol were normal, but my doctor mentioned…
Viral pinkeye doesn’t require treatment
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I recently took my daughter to the pediatrician because her cold caused her eyes to…