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Adenomyosis: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment in Canada
The uterus has two main layers. The inner layer is called the endometrium, which is the lining that sheds each month during a …
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Dr. Jessica Wong, MD, FRCPC
Dermatologist · Canada Health Journal
Dr. Jessica Wong is a board-certified dermatologist in Vancouver, with 11 years of experience in medical and cosmetic dermatology. A Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC), she specializes in acne, eczema, skin cancer screening, and evidence-based skincare. Dr. Wong is committed to helping patients make informed decisions about skin health.
Articles by Dr. Jessica Wong, MD, FRCPC
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Breast Fibroadenoma: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
A breast fibroadenoma is a benign (non-cancerous) breast lump that most often appears in women in their teens and twenties.
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Enlarged Adenoids in Children: Symptoms & Treatment
Adenoids are part of the immune system. They help fight off germs that enter through the nose and mouth.
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Adenoid Removal Surgery: What Canadians Should Know
Adenoids are small lumps of tissue that sit at the back of the throat, high up behind the nose.
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Adductor Muscles: Function, Injuries & Recovery
Your adductor muscles are a group of powerful muscles located in your inner thigh. They pull your legs toward the centre of your …
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Adams-Stokes Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Adams-Stokes syndrome is a neurological event triggered by a sudden drop in blood flow to the brain.
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Tinnitus: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment Options
Tinnitus is not a disease on its own. Instead, it is a symptom — a signal that something else may be happening in your ear or …
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Orthodontic Activator: What It Is and How It Works
An orthodontic activator is a removable dental appliance used to guide the growth of the jaw and move teeth into a better …
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Actinomycetes: What Canadians Need to Know
Actinomycetes are a type of bacteria that share features with both bacteria and fungi. They form thread-like filaments, which once …
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Multiple Exostoses: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Multiple exostoses — also called hereditary multiple exostoses (HME) or diaphyseal aclasis — is a condition where several bony …