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Takotsubo cardiomyopathy
Topic | Updated on November 11, 2023
An often-temporary heart condition that may feel like a heart attack.
Tennis elbow
Topic | Updated on June 24, 2023
An irritation of the tissue connecting the forearm muscle to the elbow.
Thromboangiitis obliterans
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
A condition in which blood vessels get inflamed, swollen, and blocked with clots.
Thyroid cancer
Topic | Updated on January 11, 2024
A cancer in the butterfly-shaped gland at the base of the neck, called the thyroid.
Tuberculosis
Topic | Updated on December 7, 2023
A serious illness that mainly affects the lungs and is caused by bacteria.
Vaginal fistula
Disease | Updated on February 23, 2024
Learn about this unusual opening that forms between the vagina and another organ.
Nausea during pregnancy: A good thing?
Answer | Updated on October 26, 2021
Nausea during pregnancy, also called morning sickness, is common. Understand what nausea and vomiting might mean for your pregnancy.
Bleeding during pregnancy
Symptom | Updated on January 20, 2022
Learn what may cause vaginal bleeding during pregnancy and when you should see a doctor about it.
Apple cider vinegar for weight loss
Answer | Updated on April 29, 2022
Proponents tout apple cider vinegar as a weight-loss aid, but there's little proof that it works.
Mononucleosis and Epstein-Barr: What's the connection?
Answer | Updated on January 11, 2023
The Epstein-Barr virus sometimes causes a disease known as mono. Learn who is at risk and what the symptoms are.
Video: Migraine aura
Video | Updated on March 23, 2021
A migraine aura is usually visual, but can also be a sensory, motor or verbal disturbance. This animation shows what happens when you have a migraine aura.
Endometrial cancer
Topic | Updated on February 16, 2024
A type of cancer that begins in the lining of the womb. The womb also is called the uterus.
Fetal development: The 1st trimester
Article | Updated on June 3, 2022
Fetal development begins before you even know you're pregnant. Here's what happens early on.
Hair loss
Disease | Updated on January 19, 2024
This common and sometimes stressful condition may result from heredity, medications or medical conditions. Treatment may reverse or slow hair loss.
Ingrown hair
Disease | Updated on January 19, 2024
Learn about causes, treatment and prevention of this common, painful skin condition — sometimes called razor bumps, barber's itch, shave bumps and pseudofolliculitis barbae.
Moles
Disease | Updated on December 15, 2023
Moles, also known as nevi, are a common type of skin growth that vary in color, shape and size. While most moles are most often harmless, they rarely can become cancerous.
Pregnancy and fish: What's safe to eat?
Article | Updated on August 10, 2023
Eating fish during pregnancy can be safe and healthy. Learn about the possible benefits, what types of seafood are safe and what to avoid.
Prenatal care: 1st trimester visits
Article | Updated on August 6, 2022
Prenatal care can help ensure a healthy pregnancy. Here's an overview of first trimester visits.
Hormone therapy: Is it right for you?
Article | Updated on December 6, 2022
Hormone therapy helps treat bothersome menopausal symptoms, but it's not for everyone. See if hormone therapy might work for you.
High-risk pregnancy: Know what to expect
Article | Updated on January 25, 2024
Find out what to expect during a high-risk pregnancy and learn steps you can take to stay healthy.
Robotic myomectomy
TestProcedure | Updated on June 6, 2023
Learn about this minimally invasive procedure to remove uterine fibroids that may reduce pain, blood loss and recovery time.
BRCA gene test for breast and ovarian cancer risk
TestProcedure | Updated on October 21, 2023
Find out what to expect if you're considering a blood test to determine if you have an increased risk of breast cancer. Learn what your results might mean.
Breast augmentation
TestProcedure | Updated on August 12, 2022
Find out about surgery to increase breast size, as well as the risks, benefits, possible complications and follow-up care.
Mayo Clinic Minute: Sleep Spoiler - Tips for a Good Night's Rest
Video | Updated on December 2, 2022
Follow these tips for a good night's sleep.
Huntington's disease
Disease | Updated on April 25, 2024
This rare disease causes an early decay of nerve cells in the brain. Learn about its symptoms and how treatments may help.
Placental abruption
Disease | Updated on February 25, 2022
This uncommon pregnancy complication, in which the placenta separates from the wall of the uterus, can endanger both the mother and the baby.
Can vaginal tears during childbirth be prevented?
Answer | Updated on January 6, 2024
Learn what you can do to help lower the risk of vaginal tears during childbirth.
Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome
Disease | Updated on November 9, 2021
Learn about this possible complication of fertility treatments and how to recognize when you need to contact your care team.
Hot flashes
Disease | Updated on November 29, 2023
Hot flashes are the most common symptom of menopause. Learn about strategies for relief of hot flashes, including hormone therapy and natural remedies.
Iron deficiency anemia
Disease | Updated on January 4, 2022
Iron deficiency anemia — Comprehensive overview covers symptoms, causes, treatment of this blood disorder.
Listeria infection
Disease | Updated on February 11, 2022
This foodborne bacterial illness can be very serious for some people. Learn about symptoms, treatment and tips for prevention.
Valley fever
Disease | Updated on March 21, 2023
Learn about symptoms and treatment for valley fever — an infection caused by fungi found in the soil of America's desert regions.
Bone spurs
Disease | Updated on February 23, 2024
Joint damage due to osteoarthritis is the most common cause of these bony growths.
Ulcerative colitis
Disease | Updated on September 16, 2022
This type of inflammatory bowel disease affects the innermost lining of your digestive tract. Learn about available treatments for this often exhausting condition.
C. difficile infection
Disease | Updated on September 1, 2023
Learn more about this diarrhea-causing infection that often occurs after antibiotic use. Many, but not all, people who get it are in health care facilities.
Mold allergy
Disease | Updated on June 21, 2021
Coughing, sneezing and itchy eyes often accompany this common allergy. Find out how to treat this condition and help keep it under control.
Asthma treatment: 3 steps to better asthma control
Article | Updated on August 17, 2023
Follow this three-step approach to keep symptoms under control and prevent attacks.
Asthma medications: Know your options
Article | Updated on August 19, 2022
Learn more about the different categories of medications to help you control asthma symptoms.
Hyperinflated lungs: What does it mean?
Answer | Updated on November 23, 2023
If you can’t breathe out well, as in COPD, air may get trapped inside your lungs. As you breathe in more air over time, your lungs get too big and stiff.
Eczema bleach bath: Can it improve my symptoms?
Answer | Updated on July 9, 2022
A diluted bleach bath may help treat chronic eczema.
Cervical spondylosis
Disease | Updated on June 14, 2022
As people age, the spinal disks in the neck shrink and bone spurs often develop. If symptoms occur, nonsurgical treatments are usually effective.
How your brain works
Article | Updated on March 2, 2024
Which part of your brain does what? Take a tour.
Diabetes treatment: Medications for type 2 diabetes
Article | Updated on October 29, 2022
Confused by all the treatment choices for type 2 diabetes? Use this guide to better understand the medicines available to help control blood sugar.
Colon polyps
Disease | Updated on March 2, 2023
Have you had your colonoscopy? Colon polyps typically don't cause symptoms, so it's important to have regular screenings.
Prostate cancer
Disease | Updated on December 14, 2022
Learn about detection, diagnostic approaches, treatment options and advances for prostate cancer, including robotic prostatectomy and current research.
Mammogram guidelines: What are they?
Answer | Updated on May 23, 2023
Latest Mayo Clinic mammogram guidelines for breast cancer screening.
Coronary angioplasty and stents
TestProcedure | Updated on November 7, 2023
Coronary angioplasty and stents can open clogged blood vessels that deliver blood to heart muscles.
Bone density test
TestProcedure | Updated on September 21, 2022
If your doctor suspects you have osteoporosis, a bone density test can assess your bone strength. Learn about the risks and results of this procedure.
Carotid endarterectomy
TestProcedure | Updated on December 11, 2018
This procedure removes plaque buildup in the carotid artery to help reduce your risk of stroke.
Narcissism
Topic | Updated on May 25, 2018
Personality qualities include thinking very highly of oneself, needing admiration, believing others are inferior, and lacking empathy for others.
Claudication
Topic | Updated on January 11, 2024
Leg or arm pain from a lack of blood flow to the muscles. Usually starts during exercise and ends with rest. Often due to peripheral artery disease.
Birthmark
Topic | Updated on October 26, 2023
An area of skin that differs from the surrounding skin. It's sometimes present when a baby is born or develops soon after.
Emaciation
Topic | Updated on March 21, 2024
The state of being excessively thin and wasting of the body.
Agoraphobia
Disease | Updated on January 7, 2023
Agoraphobia is an anxiety disorder in which you fear and avoid public places or situations where you might feel panicked, trapped, helpless or embarrassed.
Alzheimer's disease
Disease | Updated on February 13, 2024
Understand more about this brain disorder that's the most common cause of dementia. Also learn about new tests and medicines on the market.
Abdominal aortic aneurysm
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
An enlarged area in the lower part of the aorta, a major blood vessel.
Concussion
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
Brain injury caused by a blow to the head or a violent shaking of the head and body.
Ulcerative colitis
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
A chronic, inflammatory bowel disease that causes inflammation in the digestive tract.
Essential tremor
Disease | Updated on March 29, 2023
Learn about this condition that causes uncontrollable shaking and find out how it differs from Parkinson's disease.
Pericarditis
Disease | Updated on April 9, 2024
Inflammation of the tissue surrounding the heart can cause sharp chest pain and other symptoms. Know how pericarditis is diagnosed and treated.
Hodgkin's lymphoma (Hodgkin's disease)
Disease | Updated on March 8, 2022
Learn how this cancer differs from other lymphomas. Find out about risk factors and treatments, such as chemotherapy, radiation and bone marrow transplant.
Green stool
Symptom | Updated on June 11, 2022
Learn about the possible causes of green stools in adults and infants.
Falling during pregnancy: Reason to worry?
Answer | Updated on December 5, 2023
Here's what to consider after a fall during pregnancy, including when to seek medical help.
Video: Uterine fibroids treatment — Focused ultrasound
Video | Updated on August 5, 2023
Uterine fibroids treatment with MRI and ultrasound — Relief is possible without surgery or drugs.
Iritis
Disease | Updated on November 13, 2019
Learn about who's at risk of this eye condition and why you should get treatment right away if you have symptoms.
Exercise-induced asthma
Disease | Updated on December 7, 2022
Regular exercise is beneficial in many ways, but for some people, exercise can trigger breathing problems. Medicine can help.
How to tell if a loved one is abusing opioids
Article | Updated on January 19, 2024
Anyone using opioids is at risk of misusing these medicines. Don't ignore signs of harmful or illegal use. Taking action could save a loved one's life.
Ewing sarcoma
Disease | Updated on December 29, 2023
Learn about diagnosis and treatment of this bone and soft tissue cancer, including chemotherapy, radiation, proton beam therapy and limb-saving surgery.
Salivary gland tumors
Disease | Updated on April 26, 2023
Learn about this rare tumor that forms in the salivary glands. Treatments include surgery and radiation therapy.
Prostate biopsy
TestProcedure | Updated on April 27, 2023
Find out about this procedure that's used to diagnose prostate cancer. Learn about the risks, how to prepare and what you can expect.
Enlarged breasts in men (gynecomastia)
Disease | Updated on October 26, 2023
Learn how an imbalance of the hormones estrogen and testosterone can cause breast tissue swelling in boys or men.
Stress incontinence
Disease | Updated on February 14, 2024
Movement such as coughing, laughing and running can cause urine to leak for people with this condition. Learn about treatments and self-care.
Self-injury/cutting
Disease | Updated on April 6, 2023
Deliberately hurting your own body, such as by cutting or burning, is a harmful way to cope with emotional pain, intense anger and frustration.
Broken ankle
Disease | Updated on March 26, 2022
A simple misstep or twisting injury can cause bone fractures. Treatment depends on the exact site of injury and its severity.
Iron deficiency anemia
Topic | Updated on November 29, 2023
Too few healthy red blood cells due to too little iron in the body.
Prostatitis
Topic | Updated on July 2, 2019
Swelling of the small walnut-shaped gland (prostate) that produces seminal fluid.
Allergies and asthma: They often occur together
Article | Updated on May 14, 2021
Allergies and asthma? Find out how to control both conditions.
Eclampsia
Topic | Updated on March 1, 2024
Seizures and coma that happen during pregnancy or soon after childbirth.
Hyperemesis gravidarum
Topic | Updated on February 27, 2024
A severe type of nausea during pregnancy.
Eating the placenta: A good idea?
Answer | Updated on December 11, 2021
Despite claims of benefits, eating your placenta after giving birth can be harmful to you and your baby.
Uterine contraction
Topic | Updated on July 29, 2023
Tightening of the uterus that occurs on and off and for a short time during pregnancy and becomes more regular and stronger during labor.
Vulvar varicosities during pregnancy: What can you do?
Answer | Updated on July 22, 2022
Vulvar varicosities can cause discomfort during pregnancy. Understand what causes this form of varicose veins and learn how to get relief.
Primary ovarian insufficiency
Disease | Updated on October 20, 2023
This condition, also called premature ovarian failure, happens in women under age 40. Hormone therapy can lessen symptoms.
Iron deficiency anemia during pregnancy: Prevention tips
Article | Updated on February 9, 2022
Are you getting enough iron? Know how to spot the symptoms of iron deficiency anemia during pregnancy and how to prevent it.
Depression during pregnancy: You're not alone
Article | Updated on March 7, 2024
Depression during pregnancy often goes unrecognized. Understand the risk factors for and signs and symptoms of this condition.
C-section
TestProcedure | Updated on June 16, 2022
Learn the reasons this surgical procedure to deliver a baby is done, the risks and tips for recovery.
Psoriatic arthritis
Disease | Updated on October 2, 2021
This form of arthritis affects some people who have psoriasis — a disease that features red patches of skin topped with silvery scales.
Dry eyes
Disease | Updated on September 23, 2022
Eyes feeling dry and uncomfortable? Inadequate tear production is a common — and very treatable — eye condition. Find out what causes it and how to relieve symptoms.
Orthostatic hypotension (postural hypotension)
Disease | Updated on May 26, 2022
This form of low blood pressure might cause dizziness, lightheadedness or fainting when rising from sitting or lying down.
Meningioma
Disease | Updated on March 29, 2024
This is the most common type of tumor that forms in the head and may affect the brain. Find out about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.
Pseudobulbar affect
Disease | Updated on May 16, 2018
Pseudobulbar affect — Overview covers symptoms, treatment of this neurological condition that's characterized by uncontrollable laughing and crying.
Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS)
Disease | Updated on May 11, 2023
This complicated disorder may be triggered by an infection. While there's no cure for chronic fatigue syndrome, treatment focuses on easing symptoms.
Heart disease in women: Understand symptoms and risk factors
Article | Updated on January 20, 2022
Heart disease and heart attack symptoms may be different in woman than in men. Know the warning signs and learn ways to protect your heart.
Cuts and scrapes: First aid
FirstAid | Updated on November 22, 2023
Following guidelines to care for minor cuts and scrapes can help you avoid infection and heal faster.
Occupational asthma
Disease | Updated on February 27, 2024
Dust, fumes and other substances at work can cause asthma. Find out how to recognize this common type of asthma.
Video: How to use a peak flow meter
Video | Updated on October 12, 2023
Asthma attacks taking you by surprise? Take regular peak flow meter readings, as shown in this video, to predict asthma episodes and better control your condition.
Constipation
Disease | Updated on October 20, 2023
Learn how to prevent and treat infrequent or painful passing of stool.
Valley fever
Topic | Updated on December 19, 2023
An infection caused by coccidioides fungal spores.
Hip pain
Topic | Updated on September 1, 2023
Pain on the inside or outside the hip, which can be caused by arthritis, injuries or other health problems.
Comedo
Topic | Updated on October 21, 2023
An open or closed skin pore or hair follicle clogged with oil, dead skin cells, and bacteria. An open comedo is called a blackhead. A closed one is a whitehead.
Erectile dysfunction
Topic | Updated on March 1, 2024
Not being able get or keep an erection firm enough for sexual intercourse.
Dry mouth
Disease | Updated on December 19, 2023
With this condition, also known as xerostomia, the salivary glands in the mouth don't make enough saliva to keep the mouth wet.
Personality disorders
Disease | Updated on July 14, 2023
A person with this mental health condition thinks, acts and behaves in a rigid pattern that's not healthy. It's hard to understand and relate to others.
Athlete's foot
Disease | Updated on September 28, 2023
Learn about the causes, symptoms, prevention and treatment of this common fungal skin infection.
Cold sore
Disease | Updated on January 5, 2024
Learn more about the causes, symptoms, treatment and prevention of this common lip sore caused by the herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1).
Osteoarthritis
Disease | Updated on June 16, 2021
This most common form of arthritis mainly affects joints in your hands, knees, hips and spine. There's no cure, but symptoms can be managed.
Hip fracture
Disease | Updated on May 5, 2022
The risk of breaking a hip increases with age. Learn about lifestyle changes that can keep bones strong and reduce risk of breaking.
Implantable cardioverter-defibrillators (ICDs)
TestProcedure | Updated on August 15, 2023
This cardiac therapy device delivers shocks to control dangerous heart rhythms. Learn when you might need an ICD and how it's placed in the chest.
Amyloidosis
Topic | Updated on June 24, 2023
The buildup of amyloid proteins in the heart, kidneys, liver or other organs.
Coronary artery disease
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
Damage to or disease in the heart's major blood vessels.
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
Topic | Updated on February 23, 2024
A disease in which the heart muscle becomes thickened, also called hypertrophied.
Kleptomania
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
An impulse control disorder that results in an irresistible urge to steal.
Narcissistic personality disorder
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
A disorder in which a person has an inflated sense of self-importance.
Osteosarcoma
Topic | Updated on December 22, 2023
A type of bone cancer that begins in the cells that form bones.
Spondylolisthesis
Topic | Updated on November 22, 2023
A spinal condition in which a bone called a vertebra slips forward onto the bone below it.
Delaying your period with hormonal birth control
Article | Updated on December 2, 2022
Delaying your period is possible if you use an extended or continuous method of birth control. Find out how you can have more control over your menstrual cycle.
Kegel exercises for men: Understand the benefits
Article | Updated on September 8, 2022
Men benefit from Kegel exercises too. Follow these tips to strengthen your pelvic floor muscles.
How to take your pulse
Article | Updated on April 16, 2024
Learn two ways to take an accurate pulse, or heart rate.
How do COVID-19 antibody tests differ from diagnostic tests?
Answer | Updated on June 11, 2022
Antibody testing determines if you had COVID-19 (coronavirus) infection in the past. It differs from testing to diagnose if you currently have COVID-19.
Amyloidosis
Disease | Updated on May 13, 2023
This rare disease can affect different organs in different people. Find out how early and accurate diagnosis can lead to better outcomes.
Vitamin D deficiency: Can it cause high blood pressure?
Answer | Updated on April 7, 2023
Too little vitamin D is bad for the bones, but what about the heart? Learn how a low vitamin D level may affect blood pressure.
Video: How to use a dry powder disk inhaler
Video | Updated on March 22, 2023
Watch these step-by-step instructions for using a dry powder disk inhaler.
Vulvar cancer
Disease | Updated on September 8, 2022
Learn about this rare cancer that forms on the skin that surrounds the urethra and vagina. Treatments include surgery, radiation and chemotherapy.
Sclerotherapy
TestProcedure | Updated on February 3, 2023
Learn what's involved in this treatment for varicose veins, including the risks and what to expect.
Proton therapy
TestProcedure | Updated on July 22, 2023
Learn about this newer form of radiation therapy, used to treat cancer and noncancerous tumors, and how it's different from X-ray radiation.
Broken foot
Disease | Updated on March 1, 2024
This injury is painful but rarely needs surgery for repair. Healing can take weeks to months.
Colon cancer screening: At what age can you stop?
Answer | Updated on December 6, 2023
Some groups recommend people over 75 may consider stopping colon cancer screening. Not everyone agrees. Learn about your colon cancer screening options.
Diuretics and gout: What's the connection?
Answer | Updated on November 3, 2022
Diuretics and gout can be related because the medication may raise uric acid in your blood. It's usually possible to avoid this side effect, though.
Kleptomania
Disease | Updated on September 30, 2022
If you have this impulse control disorder, you can't resist urges to steal items that you generally don't really need and that usually have little value.
Tick bites: First aid
FirstAid | Updated on March 15, 2024
How to administer first aid for a tick bite.
Isometric exercises: Good for strength training?
Answer | Updated on November 18, 2023
Learn more about isometric exercises that contract a particular muscle or group of muscles.
Torn meniscus
Disease | Updated on January 6, 2022
Any activity that causes you to twist or rotate your knee, especially when putting your full weight on it, can cause this common knee injury.
Endometriosis
Topic | Updated on August 31, 2022
A disorder in which tissue similar to the tissue that lines the uterus grows outside the uterus in places where it doesn't belong.
10 great health foods
Article | Updated on March 28, 2024
Add these health foods to the menu and give your diet a healthy boost.
Sed rate (erythrocyte sedimentation rate)
TestProcedure | Updated on September 21, 2023
Sed rate is a blood test that can reveal inflammatory activity in your body. It's often used to help diagnose conditions affecting your joints or muscles.
Ankylosing spondylitis
Topic | Updated on November 18, 2023
An inflammatory disease that fuses spinal vertebrae together.
Joint dislocation
Topic | Updated on November 18, 2023
An injury where bone joints are forced out of their usual position.
Long QT syndrome
Topic | Updated on April 10, 2024
A heart rhythm disorder that can cause fast, chaotic heartbeats.
Lupus erythematosus
Topic | Updated on March 1, 2023
A long-term illness that occurs when the immune system attacks its own tissues and organs.
Onychomycosis
Topic | Updated on October 28, 2023
A nail fungus causing thickened, brittle, crumbly, or ragged nails.
Tinea pedis
Topic | Updated on September 28, 2023
A fungal infection that usually begins between the toes, also called athlete's foot.
Torticollis
Topic | Updated on January 23, 2024
A rare condition in which the neck muscles tighten, causing the head to twist to one side.
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
Disease | Updated on December 21, 2023
OCD features unwanted thoughts and fears, or obsessions. These obsessions lead to repetitive behaviors, also known as compulsions, that get in the way of daily activities.
Polypill: Does it treat heart disease?
Answer | Updated on April 12, 2024
This combination pill contains small doses of several commonly prescribed heart disease medicines.
Stool DNA test
TestProcedure | Updated on April 25, 2024
Learn about this noninvasive colon cancer screening test that can detect DNA changes in cells collected from a stool sample.
Otoplasty
TestProcedure | Updated on August 9, 2022
Learn about this cosmetic procedure, which is done to change the appearance of your ears. Understand risks and what results to expect after surgery.
Mayo Clinic Minute: What is hearing loss?
Video | Updated on February 5, 2019
Learn about hearing loss types and causes.
Mayo Clinic Minute: Is tinnitus causing that ringing in your ear?
Video | Updated on March 12, 2019
Learn about a condition that causes ringing in your ear.
Lupus nephritis
Disease | Updated on March 28, 2024
Learn about this common effect of lupus on the kidneys, including symptoms to watch for, how it's diagnosed and what treatments are available.
Polycythemia vera
Disease | Updated on February 11, 2022
This slow-growing blood cancer mainly affects people over 60. Treatments and lifestyle changes may reduce complications and ease symptoms.
Ischemic colitis
Disease | Updated on October 22, 2022
Ischemic colitis occurs when a part of the colon experiences a decrease in blood flow. It can cause serious complications but usually resolves on its own.
Peritonitis
Disease | Updated on April 6, 2023
Learn about the causes, symptoms and treatment of peritonitis.
COVID-19: Who's at higher risk of serious symptoms?
Article | Updated on April 13, 2024
Advanced age and some health conditions can raise the risk of serious COVID-19 (coronavirus disease 2019) illness.
Acute coronary syndrome
Disease | Updated on May 16, 2023
Know the symptoms, causes and treatment of this heart condition. The term refers to many conditions that cause sudden, low blood flow to the heart.
Heart failure
Disease | Updated on April 20, 2023
Learn about this chronic disease that needs lifelong management. Find out what treatments help you live longer and may even strengthen your heart.
Arteriosclerosis / atherosclerosis
Disease | Updated on July 1, 2022
Learn about the symptoms, causes and treatments for hardening of the arteries.
Vaginal atrophy
Disease | Updated on September 17, 2021
Read about this condition that causes vaginal and urinary symptoms, often after menopause. It's also called genitourinary syndrome of menopause.
Menstrual cramps
Disease | Updated on April 30, 2022
Menstrual cramps — pain in the lower abdomen just before or during menstrual periods — can range from mild to severe. Learn about treatment options.
Ewing sarcoma
Topic | Updated on December 29, 2023
A cancer that most often occurs in and around the bones.
Migraine
Disease | Updated on July 7, 2023
Find out about painful migraines that can last hours to days. Also can cause nausea and vomiting and reacting to light and sound.
Long QT syndrome
Disease | Updated on January 12, 2024
Learn more about the causes and treatment of this heart rhythm condition that can cause fast, chaotic heartbeats.
Joint protection for people with hand arthritis
Article | Updated on August 25, 2023
Joint protection — photos showing joint protection techniques to avoid hand arthritis pain.
Ramsay Hunt syndrome
Disease | Updated on October 12, 2021
A shingles outbreak can affect the facial nerve near one of your ears, potentially causing facial paralysis and hearing loss.
Mayo Clinic Minute: Steam treatment for enlarged prostate
Video | Updated on July 30, 2022
Find out how steam treatment for enlarged prostate works.
Eating disorder treatment: Know your options
Article | Updated on July 14, 2017
Treatment depends on your eating disorder and symptoms, but it's typically a combination of psychotherapy, nutrition education and, if needed, medications.
Kidney cancer
Disease | Updated on May 25, 2022
Learn about the symptoms and causes of kidney cancer and renal cell carcinoma. Find out about treatments, such as nephrectomy and immunotherapy.
Ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS)
Disease | Updated on May 18, 2022
Noninvasive breast cancer often has no signs or symptoms. Find out how doctors diagnose DCIS and learn about treatment, including mastectomy and lumpectomy.
Outpatient joint replacement: Is it a safe option?
Answer | Updated on January 25, 2023
Joint replacement of the hip, knee and shoulder can be done safely as outpatient surgery. Most people can go home the same day as the procedure.
Carotid ultrasound
TestProcedure | Updated on January 12, 2023
This test examines the blood flow through the arteries in the neck that deliver blood from the heart to the brain.
Sleep apnea
Topic | Updated on May 25, 2018
A potentially serious sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts.
Calcium and calcium supplements: Achieving the right balance
Article | Updated on November 1, 2022
Considering calcium supplements? First figure out how much calcium you need. Then weigh the pros and cons of supplements.
Gout diet: What's allowed, what's not
Article | Updated on June 25, 2022
A gout diet isn't a treatment for gout, but it may help you manage your attacks.
Pap smear
TestProcedure | Updated on June 18, 2022
Pap smear is often recommended for cervical cancer screening. Learn how it's done and what abnormal Pap test results might mean.
Acute coronary syndrome
Topic | Updated on May 25, 2018
Any condition brought on by a sudden reduction or blockage of blood flow to the heart.
Atherosclerosis
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
The buildup of fats, cholesterol, and other substances in and on the artery walls.
Atrial fibrillation
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
An irregular, often rapid heart rate that commonly causes poor blood flow.
Benign prostatic hyperplasia
Topic | Updated on February 14, 2024
Linked to aging, this condition causes the prostate gland to get bigger and cause trouble with urinating.
Dislocation of hip
Topic | Updated on October 18, 2023
An injury in which the hip joint is moved out of place.
Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
Dry eye that occurs when tears aren't able to provide adequate moisture.
Mastoiditis
Topic | Updated on March 12, 2024
An infection caused by germs called bacteria that affect the mastoid bone behind the ear.
Pneumonia
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
Infection that inflames air sacs in 1 or both lungs, which may fill with fluid.
Rectocele
Topic | Updated on October 13, 2023
A bulge of tissue into the vagina that occurs when the tissue between the rectum and the vagina weakens or tears.
Hormone therapy for prostate cancer
TestProcedure | Updated on June 9, 2023
Find out what to expect during testosterone-blocking therapy. Learn about choices, including medicines and surgery.
ANA test
TestProcedure | Updated on August 17, 2022
An antinuclear antibody (ANA) test is one test used to help determine if you have an autoimmune disease such as lupus.
Video: Using a metered dose asthma inhaler and spacer
Video | Updated on January 4, 2020
Watch this video to see how to use a metered dose asthma inhaler and spacer.
Prostate cancer metastasis: Where does prostate cancer spread?
Answer | Updated on February 18, 2023
Prostate cancer can spread (metastasize) just about anywhere in the body, but it's most likely to spread to the lymph nodes and bones.
Muscle strains
Disease | Updated on October 11, 2022
Minor strains may only overstretch a muscle or tendon, while more severe injuries may involve partial or complete tears in these tissues.
Overactive bladder
Disease | Updated on March 2, 2024
Learn how you can get relief for sudden urges to urinate, which may point to overactive bladder or urinary incontinence.
Pneumonia
Disease | Updated on June 13, 2020
Pneumonia — Learn about the symptoms, causes and treatment of this serious lung infection.
Community-acquired pneumonia
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
A common type of pneumonia that occurs outside of health care facilities.
Social anxiety disorder (social phobia)
Disease | Updated on June 19, 2021
Learn more on this disorder where everyday interactions cause significant worry and self-consciousness because you fear being judged negatively by others.
Narcissistic personality disorder
Disease | Updated on April 6, 2023
This mental disorder includes an unreasonably high sense of importance, a need for excessive admiration, fragile self-esteem, and troubled relationships.
Small vessel disease
Disease | Updated on November 9, 2021
Also called coronary microvascular disease, this type of heart disease can be hard to detect. Know the symptoms and how it's diagnosed and treated.
Basal cell carcinoma
Disease | Updated on October 1, 2021
Learn about symptoms, treatment and prevention of this common skin cancer that often occurs on the head and neck.
Cryotherapy for prostate cancer
TestProcedure | Updated on April 27, 2023
Find out how very cold temperatures are used to freeze tissue and treat prostate cancer. Learn about the side effects and potential benefits of cryotherapy.