Q: A small portion of the bowel is harvested and then examined by a histologist who looks at the cells under a microscope. Samples can be taken by the endoscope, in which case only pinches of tissue from the lining are obtained. Full-thickness bowel wall biopsies can be taken surgically during laparotomy (surgical exploration of the abdomen). Full thickness biopsies are associated with a high complication rate. This is nothing to do with the skill of the surgeon, but a reflection of the bowel wall's tendency to swell in response to injury, which can cause sutures to cheese-wire through and loosen, allowing gut contents to leak out into the abdomen. If you are considering bowel biopsies discuss them fully with your veterinarian so that you are aware of all the risks and advantages.
A: Understand that a definitive diagnosis can often be made through biopsy. Understand that there is a high complication rate. Take your time discussing your options with your veterinarian.

Q: Hip hop is a style that first originated in the late '60s and early '70s. This new style was characterized by its beat forward instrumentals and energetic, non-classical dance style. You may want to research videos online of hip hop moves that were popular in the past, like: Popping Locking The dougie The stanky leg The Cupid shuffle You might pull a song from the current top hits list, or you might have something else in mind. The primary feature of hip hop music include: high energy, dance-ability, its lyricism, and use of rapped lyrics. To achieve the best effect in your audience, you should look for these features when searching for the hip hop dance song for your routine. Find a peaceful place where you won't be bothered by anyone. Then, on some sort of audio playing device, like your phone or a stereo, play your song. Clear your mind of all things, and consider closing your eyes while you listen to your song. Try to: Imagine natural movements that accompany features of the song. Gain a sense of the deeper meaning of the song. See the story in the music that you want to tell. If the song is about breaking through obstacles, you might want to incorporate a gesture or combination of moves that gives the audience a sense of breaking free. Use how the music makes you feel to generate ideas for your hip hop routine. Try to express the story of your music using choreography that is easily interpreted by your audience. Even if the dance has meaning for you, if the audience fails to see it, your routine will have less of an impact. This can help clarify the natural movements you were trying to gain a sense for while listening to your music. You should also take note, at this time, of space limitations. Precisely measure the dance area or stage you will be using before charting out your choreography. Try to make use of the entire dance space you have available. Otherwise, it might make your dance seem lacking in fullness or incomplete. By using natural moves as the foundation for the rest of your routine, you'll have an easier time tying different parts of it together. Make moves that you believe will have the greatest effect in your audience the central point of your routine.
A: Familiarize yourself with the characteristics of hip hop. Choose a song. Listen to the story of the music. Consider how you can express the story you hear in the music. Think about people moving to the music on stage. Use natural movements as the base of your routine.

Q: You've probably noticed a time or two when you've just been so busy, you haven't had time to even think. Well, outlets and hobbies can do that, too. Your mind gets so wrapped in what you're doing that the negative emotions kind of fall by the wayside. And to top it off, you develop a skill. This skill can make you feel more proud of yourself, content, and masterful. Did we mention yet that doing a thing you enjoy releases endorphins, making you feel happier, too? All the more reason to pick up that hobby you've been meaning to whether it's painting, cooking, blogging, soccer, martial arts, or photography, just to name a few. Even with all this positive self-talk and new hobbies you're picking up, negative emotions are bound to seep through the occasional crack or two. When that happens, some find that it's helpful to write them down. Here are a few ways to write them down and then make sure they never return: Write them on a piece of paper and then burn it. Sounds cliche, but it can be effective. And, if you'd like, take the ashes and scatter them in the wind. Buy window crayons and use them in the shower. The color runs off in the water. As you're washing yourself, you write down what's getting at you and the words disappear in the stream. You might need to do a little scrubbing after, but it's worth it. Invest in a product like a Buddha board. This is an easel that stands on top of a trough of water. You dip your paintbrush in the water, paint on the easel, and slowly the strokes evaporate. It's not easy to change your thinking. You've been working on it for years. But you can change how you respond to these thoughts and feelings. In other words, you can relate to yourself better and show a little sympathy. It's not holding it all in that makes you strong; it's letting go. Feeling like you're weak, sad, and vulnerable is just another judgment you're passing on yourself. What's the point of that? Realize that you're human and give yourself some credit. You deserve it. All of us have negative emotions that not only are we not proud of, but that we wish would just go away. In fact, 21 million children and adults get diagnosed with depression each year. What's more, depression is the leading cause of disability in those between the ages of 15 and 44. If negative thoughts are something that you just can't seem to get a grip on and that are taking a toll on your everyday life, it's wise to seek out help. Therapy may just be what you need. And remember: it's not that you're sick or need help it's that you're looking to get better.
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Find an outlet. Write your negative emotions down. Practice self-compassion. Know you're not alone.