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Learn what to expect after amputation as you prepare for a prosthesis.

Tips to help you learn to use a prosthesis.

Anxiety can fill you with worry and fear. Sometimes anxiety is healthy. But for some people, anxiety gets so bad it causes problems in daily life. If you find yourself in a constant state of anxiety, you may have an anxiety disorder called generalized anxiety disorder (GAD).

A pterygium is a type of growth on the eye that is not cancer. Often, it is only a minor problem unless it causes changes in your eyesight. Pterygia (the plural form of the word) are common in people who are exposed to ultraviolet (UV) rays for long periods of time.

A fifth metatarsal fracture is a type of broken bone in your foot. The fifth metatarsal connects your smallest toe to your ankle. These bones help with arch support and balance.

This exercise helps keep your back flexible.

Ptosis is when the upper eyelid droops down more than it should. If the ptosis is severe, it may block vision.

Primary ovarian insufficiency (POI) is when the ovaries stop working normally before the age of 40.

Pulmonary interstitial emphysema (PIE) is when air gets trapped in the tissue outside the tubes and air sacs of the lungs. It mostly affects newborns.