The Benefits of Local Anesthesia
Introduction With growing awareness of the effects of anesthesia, more patients and doctors are considering the benefits of local anesthesia. Local anesthesia refers to an anesthetic drug (like lidocaine or marcaine) being injected into the tissue near the surgery site by a needle as opposed to medicine given via IV that affects the brain. Local […]
When Should You See a Doctor for a Hernia?
When to See a Doctor for a Hernia A hernia may begin as a small bulge or mild discomfort, so it can be easy to ignore especially if the symptoms come and go. But hernias generally do not heal on their own and often get worse over time. Early evaluation can help prevent pain, complications, […]