Large amounts of alfalfa might have some of the same effects as estrogen. But even large amount of alfalfa aren't as strong as estrogen pills. Taking alfalfa along with estrogen pills might decrease the effects of estrogen pills.
The surgeon makes a small cut in the lower right side of your belly area and removes the appendix. The appendix can also be removed using small surgical cuts and a camera. This is called a laparoscopic appendectomy.
Medical Doctors (MD) or Doctors of Osteopathy (DO) usually perform biopsy. Biopsy is routinely performed both on an outpatient basis and an inpatient basis. For example, during an examination a dermatologist (doctor who deals with conditions of the skin) may perform a quick biopsy of a suspicious mole or mark on the skin, to determine if the region is malignant or benign. Surgeons typically perform excisional (surgical) biopsy and open biopsy.