What You Should Watch For — and Why Early Evaluation Matters A hernia often starts small — a slight bulge, mild pressure, or occasional discomfort. It may not seem like a big deal at first. But over time, hernias rarely...
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Expert Insights from Dr. Hesham Atwa and His Experienced Team at Long Island Laparoscopic Doctors Hernias are one of the most common general surgery conditions, affecting people of all ages and backgrounds. For some, symptoms may be subtle at first...
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What You Should Know About Diagnosis and Treatment Options Discovering a lump beneath your skin can be unsettling. Fortunately, in many cases, these soft, movable bumps turn out to be lipomas which are noncancerous (benign) growths of fatty tissue. While...
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Many patients report improvement within just a couple of weeks. Do you find yourself constantly worried about sweat marks on your clothes? Do you avoid certain colors or fabrics because they make sweating more obvious? For many people, hyperhidrosis, a...
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Building protein into your routine doesn’t have to be complicated. If you’ve had bariatric surgery—or you’re considering it—you’ve likely heard this phrase more than once: “Make sure you’re getting enough protein.“ And while it may sound like a simple suggestion,...
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If you’re experiencing these symptoms, your gallbladder could be waving a red flag. You know that feeling when something’s just off—not enough to rush to the ER, but definitely not normal? That’s how gallbladder problems often begin. And if you’ve...
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Sculpt. Smooth. Shine. What to Know About Morpheus8 for Body Contouring A non-surgical treatment that tightens, tones, and transforms your skin from the inside out. Let’s be honest—if you’ve been putting in the effort: eating cleaner, moving more, and prioritizing...
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Because weight loss success doesn’t have to mean living in the kitchen. If you are juggling a packed calendar, squeezing in time for yourself can feel nearly impossible. And when it comes to staying consistent with your weight loss program,...
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Losing weight—whether through bariatric surgery, medical weight loss, or GLP-1 medications like Ozempic®, Wegovy®, or Mounjaro—is a huge accomplishment. But for many, the journey doesn’t end with the number on the scale. Loose skin, stubborn fat pockets, and changes in...
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Why It’s Performed, What to Expect, and How It Can Help You Achieve Your Weight Loss Goals For those who’ve undergone weight loss surgery, the journey doesn’t always go as planned. Life happens, medical challenges arise, and sometimes the initial...
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