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Bulimia nervosa
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
A serious eating disorder marked by binging, followed by methods to avoid weight gain.
Sleep apnea
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
A potentially serious sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts.
Agoraphobia
Topic | Updated on January 12, 2023
Fear of places and situations that might cause panic, helplessness, or embarrassment.
Epidural hematoma
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
An accumulation of blood between the skull and brain.
Meningioma
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
A tumor that arises from the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord.
Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
Symptoms related to reduced blood volume that occur when standing up.
Hot flash
Topic | Updated on February 14, 2024
Sudden feeling of heat, mostly over the face, neck and chest, as well as heavy sweating, most often due to menopause.
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.
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.
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.
Mayo Clinic Minute: What is hearing loss?
Video | Updated on February 5, 2019
Learn about hearing loss types and causes.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Stool DNA test
TestProcedure | Updated on May 21, 2022
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.
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.
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.
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.
Allergies and asthma: They often occur together
Article | Updated on May 14, 2021
Allergies and asthma? Find out how to control both conditions.
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.
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.
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.
Neuromyelitis optica
Disease | Updated on November 23, 2022
Understand more about this condition that affects the spinal cord and eye nerves and is sometimes mistaken for multiple sclerosis.
Atopic dermatitis (eczema)
Disease | Updated on May 9, 2023
Learn about the causes, symptoms and treatments of this itchy rash that most often begins before age 5, is persistent, and has periods of clearing and relapse.
Esthesioneuroblastoma
Disease | Updated on June 10, 2023
This cancer begins in the upper part of the inside of the nose. Treatment usually involves surgery. Other options include radiation therapy and chemotherapy.
Broken nose
Disease | Updated on June 28, 2022
A broken nose can cause pain, swelling and bruising around your nose and eyes. Surgery usually isn't necessary.
Chickenpox
Topic | Updated on January 4, 2024
A childhood infection causing an itchy, blister-like rash that can be prevented by a vaccine.
Guttate psoriasis
Topic | Updated on February 7, 2024
A skin condition of tiny, drop-shaped sores on trunk, arms, or legs.
Narcolepsy
Topic | Updated on November 9, 2023
A sleep condition that causes people to feel very drowsy and to fall asleep suddenly.
Lyme disease
Disease | Updated on February 10, 2023
Learn about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of this common tick-borne illness.
Swimmer's itch
Disease | Updated on May 10, 2023
Learn more about the symptoms, treatment and prevention of this itchy rash that usually affects people swimming in freshwater lakes.
Neuromyelitis optica
Topic | Updated on April 25, 2018
A disorder that causes swelling of the eye nerves and the spinal cord.
Mayo Clinic Minute: Easing the itch of mosquito bites
Video | Updated on October 26, 2022
Mosquito bites are a common summer nuisance. Learn the best way to stop yourself from scratching.
Brain stereotactic radiosurgery
TestProcedure | Updated on July 21, 2023
This procedure delivers precise radiation therapy to treat brain tumors and other brain conditions.
Awake brain surgery
TestProcedure | Updated on May 7, 2019
Awake brain surgery is performed while you are awake and alert. This type of brain surgery may be used to treat some brain tumors or epileptic seizures.
Spirometry
TestProcedure | Updated on August 17, 2017
Learn more about this test that uses a special breathing tube to diagnose breathing problems, including asthma and COPD.
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.
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.
Mayo Clinic Minute: Steam treatment for enlarged prostate
Video | Updated on July 30, 2022
Find out how steam treatment for enlarged prostate works.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Debunking COVID-19 myths
Article | Updated on November 7, 2023
Don't fall for these popular myths about preventing or treating COVID-19.
Community-acquired pneumonia
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
A common type of pneumonia that occurs outside of health care facilities.
Pancreatic cancer
Disease | Updated on September 8, 2023
Learn about symptoms, risk factors, prevention, diagnosis, surgery, chemotherapy and other treatments for this serious condition affecting the pancreas.
Kidney cysts
Disease | Updated on July 13, 2022
These round, fluid-filled pouches on or in the kidneys are sometimes discovered during imaging tests. Find out when treatment may be needed.
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.
Drug addiction (substance use disorder)
Disease | Updated on October 4, 2022
Drug addiction affects your brain and behavior to the point where you can't control your use of legal or illegal drugs, even when you know they cause harm.
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.
Intermittent explosive disorder
Disease | Updated on January 6, 2024
This mental health condition involves sudden bouts of impulsive, aggressive, violent behavior or verbal outbursts that cause major distress in life.
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.
Holter monitor
TestProcedure | Updated on April 16, 2024
This wearable device keeps track of the heart's rhythm during daily activities. Learn when you might need one and what to expect.
Feminizing surgery
TestProcedure | Updated on January 17, 2024
Find out how feminizing surgical procedures can help better align the body with a person's gender identity.
Head lice infestation
Topic | Updated on March 14, 2024
The presence of lice in the hair on the head.
Melanoma pictures to help identify skin cancer
Article | Updated on December 16, 2023
See pictures of this type of skin cancer to know what skin changes might cause worry.
Osteoarthritis
Topic | Updated on May 12, 2023
Type of arthritis that occurs when flexible tissue at the ends of bones wears down.
Stress fractures
Disease | Updated on May 20, 2021
Stress fractures are tiny cracks in bones often caused by overuse or osteoporosis. Learn how to prevent and treat them.
Sprained ankle
Disease | Updated on August 11, 2022
Sprained ankle — Injury to a ligament of the ankle can usually be treated with at-home care and appropriate exercises to get you back on your feet.
Ductal carcinoma
Topic | Updated on April 2, 2024
A type of breast cancer that starts in a milk duct of the breast.
Hirsutism
Topic | Updated on November 22, 2023
Unwanted male-pattern hair growth on a woman's face, chest, and back.
Mammary ductal carcinoma
Topic | Updated on April 2, 2024
Breast cancer that starts in a milk duct of the breast.
Social anxiety disorder
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
Chronic mental health condition in which social interactions cause irrational anxiety.
Bulimia nervosa
Disease | Updated on February 29, 2024
In this serious eating disorder, people lose control and eat large amounts of food. Then they get rid of it in unhealthy ways by purging, such as vomiting.
Bedsores (pressure ulcers)
Disease | Updated on February 22, 2024
These areas of damaged skin and tissue are caused by sustained pressure — often from a bed or wheelchair — that reduces blood flow to vulnerable areas of the body.
Telestroke (stroke telemedicine)
TestProcedure | Updated on January 18, 2023
Telestroke or stroke telemedicine uses technology to provide expert stroke care in smaller communities.
Coccidioidomycosis
Topic | Updated on December 19, 2023
An infection, also called valley fever, caused by coccidioides fungi.
Tooth impaction
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
A condition in which a tooth fails to fully emerge (erupt).
Wart
Topic | Updated on October 18, 2023
A small, fleshy bump on the skin or mucous membrane caused by human papillomavirus.
Erectile dysfunction
Disease | Updated on March 29, 2022
Understand what can cause the inability to get and keep an erection firm enough for sex and the possible treatment options.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Intracranial hematoma
Disease | Updated on June 17, 2022
This collection of blood within the skull is a serious, possibly life-threatening, complication of head trauma.
How to take your temperature
Article | Updated on April 7, 2020
Learn how to get an accurate temperature reading at home, using common types of thermometers.
Fainting during urination (micturition syncope): What causes it?
Answer | Updated on April 23, 2024
Fainting during or immediately after urination, called micturition syncope, is a rare occurrence in healthy individuals.
Ozone air purifiers: Can they improve asthma symptoms?
Answer | Updated on July 11, 2023
Ozone air purifiers don't reduce asthma symptoms. In fact, they can make asthma worse.
Atrial fibrillation
Disease | Updated on March 8, 2024
A fast, pounding heartbeat could be due to AFib, a type of heart rhythm problem. Know the warning signs and when treatment is needed.
COVID-19 travel advice
Article | Updated on February 15, 2022
Traveling during COVID-19? Follow these tips for safely flying, driving and staying at hotels.
Prednisone and other corticosteroids
Article | Updated on December 9, 2022
Are you using a corticosteroid? Prednisone and other corticosteroid pills, creams and injections can cause side effects. Find out what to expect.
Raynaud's disease
Disease | Updated on November 23, 2022
Learn how this disease causes parts of the body, mainly fingers and toes, to feel cold and numb and possibly change colors from cold temperatures or stress.
Lupus
Disease | Updated on October 21, 2022
Learn how this disease can affect your joints, skin, kidneys and other areas of your body, along with how to get symptom control.
Concussion testing and screening tools
TestProcedure | Updated on September 1, 2023
These screening tools help measure brain function after head trauma and help athletes at risk of head injuries.
Pelvic exam
TestProcedure | Updated on May 24, 2023
Find out what happens during this exam, why it might be needed and how to prepare.
Mohs surgery
TestProcedure | Updated on August 23, 2022
Find out what to expect during this skin cancer surgery that involves removing thin layers of skin until only cancer-free tissue remains.
Penis pump
TestProcedure | Updated on January 14, 2023
Find out how this device can be placed on your penis to create an erection.
Mood disorders
Disease | Updated on January 31, 2024
These conditions affect emotions. Depression causes a feeling of deep sadness. Bipolar disorder goes back and forth from being very sad to being very happy.
Sleep apnea
Disease | Updated on April 6, 2023
Snoring loudly could be an indication of sleep apnea, a disorder in which breathing stops and starts repeatedly during sleep.
Peyronie disease
Disease | Updated on March 27, 2024
Understand what causes bent and painful erections and learn what treatments are available.
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
Disease | Updated on March 1, 2024
This common problem, also known as an enlarged prostate, can be treated.
Group B strep disease
Disease | Updated on September 21, 2021
This common bacterium, usually harmless in healthy adults, can cause serious illness in newborns and adults with certain chronic conditions, such as diabetes.
Urinary incontinence
Disease | Updated on February 9, 2023
Learn about possible causes of the loss of bladder control and what treatments are available for this problem.
Nipple discharge
Symptom | Updated on January 20, 2024
Fluid leaking from the nipples isn't often a sign of breast cancer. Learn more about the possible causes and when to see a doctor.
Gilbert syndrome
Disease | Updated on July 1, 2022
This inherited liver condition affects the liver's ability to break down red blood cells. It usually has no serious medical consequences.
Frostbite
Disease | Updated on March 26, 2024
Learn how to prevent cold injury to the skin when outdoors in freezing temperatures and how to treat and recover from frostbite.
3D mammogram
TestProcedure | Updated on September 16, 2022
Find out what to expect during a 3D mammogram to look for breast cancer. Learn how this newer test compares to a standard mammogram.
Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
A condition marked by hyperactivity, impulsiveness, and trouble keeping attention.
Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS)
Topic | Updated on November 16, 2023
Extreme fatigue that can't be explained by an underlying medical condition.
Group B streptococcal infection
Topic | Updated on March 30, 2024
A term used for sickness caused by certain species of streptococci bacteria, also called group B strep.
Peritonitis
Topic | Updated on December 19, 2023
Inflammation of the peritoneum, the thin layer of tissue lining the abdomen and covering the organs in the abdomen.
Pimple
Topic | Updated on October 21, 2023
A skin condition that occurs when hair follicles plug with oil and bacteria.
Polycythemia vera
Topic | Updated on January 12, 2024
A slow-growing blood cancer in which bone marrow makes too many red blood cells.
Prostate cancer
Topic | Updated on March 6, 2024
A cancer that starts in the prostate, a small walnut-shaped gland that produces seminal fluid.
Renal cell carcinoma
Topic | Updated on February 16, 2024
The most common type of kidney cancer in adults.
Herbal supplements and heart medicines may not mix
Article | Updated on November 4, 2022
Some herbal supplements can have dangerous interactions with heart medications.
Amputation and diabetes: How to protect your feet
Article | Updated on September 8, 2022
Find out who's at risk and what you can do to protect your feet from diabetes complications.
Anaphylaxis
Disease | Updated on October 2, 2021
Anaphylaxis, a severe allergic reaction, is an emergency. Learn who's at risk, what to watch for and what to do when it occurs.
Hypoglycemia
Disease | Updated on November 18, 2023
Low blood sugar can cause uncomfortable symptoms, such as dizziness and confusion, and can quickly become serious if left untreated.
Multiple sclerosis
Disease | Updated on December 24, 2022
This nervous system disorder causes a range of symptoms — and while there's no cure, it's possible to have long periods of remission.
Dust mite allergy
Disease | Updated on July 31, 2021
Dust mite allergy can lead to year-round sniffles and sneezes. Here's how to find relief.
Asthma: Limit asthma attacks caused by colds or flu
Article | Updated on November 16, 2022
If you have asthma, find out how to keep your sneeze from turning into a wheeze due to colds or flu.
Tourette syndrome
Disease | Updated on August 8, 2018
The repetitive movements and sounds called tics that characterize Tourette syndrome can affect daily life — but there are ways to manage them.
Dyslexia
Disease | Updated on August 6, 2022
This learning disorder involves difficulty reading due to problems identifying speech sounds and learning how they relate to letters and words.
Sarcoma
Disease | Updated on December 28, 2022
Learn about this cancer that forms in the bones and the connective tissue. Find out about symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and the many types of sarcoma.
Molluscum contagiosum
Disease | Updated on May 6, 2022
Learn how to prevent and treat this common skin infection that affects people of all ages.
Cardiac ablation
TestProcedure | Updated on February 2, 2024
Heat or cold energy applied to the heart can correct rapid or erratic heartbeats. Know when you might need this treatment and the risks.
Molluscum contagiosum
Topic | Updated on November 16, 2023
A viral skin infection that results in round, firm, painless bumps.
Hearing aids: How to choose the right one
Article | Updated on September 20, 2022
Find out how to choose the right hearing aid.
Ankylosing spondylitis
Disease | Updated on March 12, 2024
Learn about this inflammatory disease that can cause some of the vertebrae in the spine to fuse over time.
Bladder cancer
Disease | Updated on March 29, 2024
Blood in the urine (hematuria) sometimes is a sign of bladder cancer. Learn about other bladder cancer signs and symptoms and explore treatment options.
Enlarged spleen (splenomegaly)
Disease | Updated on August 25, 2023
Learn about what your spleen does and what can happen if it becomes enlarged.
Diabetic neuropathy types: Symptoms tell the story
Article | Updated on March 15, 2024
Depending on which type of this condition you have, certain parts of the body may be affected. That can cause symptoms to vary.
Coronary artery disease
Disease | Updated on May 25, 2022
Know the warning signs of this common heart condition often caused by clogged, narrowed arteries and how lifestyle changes can lower your risk.
Acne
Topic | Updated on October 21, 2023
A skin condition that occurs when hair follicles plug with oil and dead skin cells.
Glioblastoma multiforme
Topic | Updated on March 28, 2024
A type of cancer that starts in the brain or spine.
Nail fungus
Disease | Updated on August 23, 2022
Learn about symptoms, treatment and prevention of this common infection among older adults that causes nails to discolor and crumble.