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Although breast implants are much more common (and get much more attention in media), breast reduction surgery is something that many people consider. Whether it is for medically necessary treatment or aesthetic purposes (or somewhere in between), breast reduction may be a consideration for several different reasons.

Physical Difficulties

Having large breasts can cause a lot of physical pain for some people. Others may find it difficult to participate in certain types of exercise (running, jumping). In either case, the individual may consider breast reduction Cary NC in order to relieve some of these physical problems.

Dysphoria

In some transgender individuals, having larger breasts can trigger a great amount of dysphoria. Rather than opting for full removal of the breast tissue, some people may choose to keep some tissue so that they may still present with breasts sometimes and have an easier time with binding when they want to conceal their chest.

Body Image

It is easy for someone to become self-conscious about their body in a world where people are pressured to look a certain way. Many people consider breast reduction because of the way other people treat them in regards to the size of their chest. Unsolicited sexual comments and assumptions about intelligence or ability are among some of the reasons one may consider breast reduction as an option.

Clothing

With large breasts, it can become difficult to find clothing that fits well. Especially for people who are otherwise petite, they often have to settle for something that fits in the bust but is baggy and ill-fitting in the waist or arms. A breast reduction can make it easier to find clothing that fits well.

There are many potential benefits to getting a breast reduction surgery, and each is valid in its own right. It is important that we as a society work against the stigma that is put onto people who want plastic surgery, as these procedures can be medically necessary and even life-saving.…

Imagine a guy named Joe heading to the airport with a bottle of prescription painkillers in his carry-on. Meanwhile, Mary is also on her way to the airport. She has several medical marijuana vape cartridges in her bag. While Joe is likely to sail through security and board his flight without incident, things might not go so well for Mary. Why? Because traveling with medical marijuana is risky business.

What makes Mary’s situation so delicate is the contradiction between state and federal laws. Just because her state allows her to possess and use medical marijuana does not mean Uncle Sam is okay with it. Mary would probably never have problems with federal law enforcement if she stayed home. But the minute she tries to leave the state with marijuana in her possession, she is a target.

• A Lack of Federal Enforcement

Medical marijuana experts strongly advise against attempting to fly with THC-derived medicines in your possession. When patients absolutely must travel across state lines with their medicines in hand, the safest way to do it is to drive. On the road is where Washington’s lack of enforcement is most prevalent.

Lack of federal enforcement is the key here. Why? Because federal law still counts marijuana as an illegal controlled substance. It is just that the Department of Justice and other federal agencies with regulatory power are choosing not to enforce the law against states with active medical marijuana programs.

Take Utah, for example. Washington could go after any number of Utah businesses, including Salt Lake City’s Beehive Farmacy, for drug trafficking. They choose not to. Federal law enforcement has more important priorities. One of those priorities is keeping the skies safe. So while the FBI may not go after cannabis pharmacy Beehive Farmacy, the TSA remains vigilant about not allowing controlled substances on to domestic or international flights.

• Planes, Trains, and Buses

The most risky way to travel across state lines with medical marijuana is by plane. As you know, every person must go through a security checkpoint prior to boarding. The chances of getting caught are pretty high. As for train travel, there is only one passenger rail service in the U.S. that crosses state lines: Amtrak.

Amtrak passengers are less likely to have to go through security checkpoints. However, law enforcement is known to frequent real stations with drug sniffing dogs. So while the chances of getting caught are lower, it is not beyond the realm of possibility.

Bus transportation may be the least risky public option. Bus companies rarely employ train station or airport-level security procedures. So long as you keep your medicines in your pocket and don’t vape or smoke on board, you should have no problems.

• If You Get Caught

The potential for getting caught carrying medical marijuana across state lines may be enough motivation to cause you to drive. If you were to get caught, you could be charged with a number of different crimes. Among the most serious is drug trafficking. By …

When diagnosed with cancer, they may experience emotions like fear, anger, and even denial. Once the shock has worn off and they have come to grips with their disease, they may begin to think about how it will be treated.

There are several types of treatments used by oncologists to treat cancers. Although all types can effectively treat cancer, each has its advantages and disadvantages for the patient. Below is a brief explanation of some forms of cancer treatment cancer patients can undergo:

Treatment Through Surgery

Surgery involves removing the tumor entirely to ease symptoms or prevent further damage to organs or tissues. Surgery can be used as one of the breast cancer treatment Newport Beach-based options in conjunction with chemotherapy or radiation therapy, but doctors usually suggest surgery when the tumor is small and only in certain areas. In some cases, removing a tumor can cause more harm than good because it may damage nearby healthy tissue.

Radiation Therapy

The other type is radiation therapy which involves using high-energy rays, like gamma rays, to kill cancer cells. This technique is usually used in conjunction with chemotherapy or surgery to treat aggressive or already widespread tumors throughout the body. It can also be used to shrink a tumor before it is removed surgically.

Use of Drugs

Another type of treatment involves using drugs to slow the growth of cancer cells. This type of treatment is called chemotherapy. This drug is usually given intravenously, by mouth, or injected into a tumor. Chemotherapy can have serious side effects, so it may be necessary for patients to undergo targeted therapy after they have undergone chemotherapy to regain their strength and energy levels.

These types of treatment work to either completely remove cancer cells or slow their growth. They can be used independently or in conjunction with one another. If you are interested in learning more about any of the different types of cancer treatment, contact your physician for more information.…