CW Long Enterprises

CW Long Enterprises CW Long Enterprises in Butler, MO, also known as the Chestnut Street Clinic, has been serving families in Butler and the surrounding areas for many years.

CW Long Enterprises, also known as the Chestnut Street Clinic, has been serving families in Butler and the surrounding area for many years. Dr. Curtis W. Long, nurse practitioner Barbara Atkinson & their entire staff provide excellent care for the entire family.

07/05/2018

While there are some hernias that are gender-specific, they can occur in both men and women and at any age; they can also appear in children. When they appear, they need to diagnosed and evaluated as to their severity and type of treatment.

07/03/2018

Following a tonsillectomy, fluids are important and need to be started right after surgery. IN fact, in most cases, the patient will be offered a popsicle or be encouraged to drink clear fluids right in the recovery room.

06/28/2018

You know your body better than anyone so trust your instincts; if you have a feeling that something has ruptured or not right, call for an appointment. Delaying could make things worse.

06/26/2018

A physician at your pre-tonsillectomy exam will ask about problems involving the ears, nose and throat, and examine the head and neck. To see these areas, your physician will use a small mirror or a lighted instrument. X-rays often assist in determining the size of your tonsils or adenoids.

06/21/2018

A tonsillectomy is not required or warranted until the child has experienced at least seven cases of tonsillitis or strep throat. Tonsillectomies can also treat other medical issues such as breathing problems, loud and frequent snoring, bleeding of the tonsils, and cancer of the tonsils.

06/19/2018

The navel is a natural weakness in the abdomen and is a location for hernia development. When they appear here, they are known as umbilical hernias. When they appear in adults, they will not go away on their own and will worsen.

06/05/2018

There are hernia remedy options available for those who aren’t good candidates for surgery. A method of treating hernias is to apply pressure to the hernia to prevent it from protruding. There are belts, appliances, and garments specific to this treatment.

05/31/2018

Because of the nature of ventral, or incisional, hernias, they can become more difficult to correct if action is delayed. If you suspect you have one, or it has been diagnosed, do not wait to take action.

05/29/2018

It’s important to understand with hernias that constant, intense pain at a bulge site may indicate a medical emergency. If these symptoms exist, it’s important that the hernia be evaluated immediately by a medical professional.

05/24/2018

A bulge or lump in the abdomen, groin, or sc***um that is easier to see when you cough and disappears when you lie down is strong indication that a reducible hernia exists. Have it diagnosed.

05/22/2018

Did you know that around 10 percent of the entire population with experience an abdominal hernia during the course of their lifetimes? Although hernias can occur in both males and females, the majority of abdominal hernias occur in males.

05/03/2018

A strangulated hernia occurs when the window of the abdominal wall closes while the fold of a bowel is protruding. This positioning ends up cutting off the blood supply, is usually very painful, and is considered a surgical emergency.

05/01/2018

The tonsils are soft tissue masses at the back of the throat that as part of the lymphatic system help to fight infection. The tonsils are composed of tissue related/similar to lymph nodes. However, removing tonsils does not make you more susceptible to infection.

04/26/2018

Following your tonsillectomy, you may feel ready to return to solid food. However, it’s recommended that you try to wait 7 to 10 days after surgery so that the scabs are fully off, because of an increased risk for bleeding.

04/24/2018

If you are deciding whether a tonsillectomy is the best option, remember that the risks of surgery must be weighed against the risks of leaving the tonsils in. IN some cases of persistent throat infections, especially if there are other complications, surgery may be your best bet.

04/19/2018

When tonsillitis occurs in babies and kids, it is very easy for dehydration to occur because they don’t want to drink if swallowing hurts their throat. Offer your child small, frequent doses of liquids, as dehydration can be especially dangerous in this age group.

04/17/2018

Not all hernias are life-threatening. However, if they are not addressed in a reasonable time period, they can become extremely uncomfortable and can evolve into a more serious problem.

04/12/2018

An obstructed hernia (also known as an incarcerated hernia) is a non-reducible hernia in which tissue or intestine has become trapped. Because it can lead to strangulation, it needs to be repaired immediately.

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