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Multiple Sclerosis FAQs
What is it like to have MS?
Multiple sclerosis is a disease that causes inflammation in the brain and spinal cord. It can cause:
Pancreatic Cancer
Pancreatic cancer is hard to treat. Once you have it, surgery is the only cure. But surgery only works for 10-15% of patients. That's why knowing your risk and getting care early is key.
At UVA Health, you'll find a team on the front lines of care and research. We're experts at pancreatic cancer surgery. And we continue to explore ways to catch pancreatic cancer before it strikes.
Uterine Fibroids Treatment Options
Pain or unusual bleeding during your period could be a sign of uterine fibroids. They don't usually cause symptoms or need treatment. But if they do, you want to find the best uterine fibroid treatment options available.
Fibroids are growths in the wall of your uterus. They aren't cancer (they are benign). The growths may be as small as an apple seed or as large as a grapefruit. As many as 2 out of 3 women have them by age 50.
Fistulagram: What to Expect
You may have a fistula to help make dialysis effective and possible. This surgical connection between an artery and a vein sometimes gets blocked. We can detect a clot or narrowing of your fistula by taking X-ray images. We call this a fistulagram. During a fistulagram, we can fix any problems.
Learn what to expect during a fistulagram. This is an important part of your care for kidney failure.