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Pericardial effusion
Topic | Updated on September 15, 2023
A buildup of too much fluid in the sac around the heart.
Polycythemia
Topic | Updated on June 10, 2023
An unusual increase in the number of red blood cells in the blood.
Premature ventricular contractions
Topic | Updated on November 18, 2023
Extra heartbeats that begin in one of the lower heart chambers.
Premenstrual syndrome
Topic | Updated on February 17, 2024
A group of symptoms that can happen with menstrual periods, typically between ovulation and a period.
Schizoid personality disorder
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
A condition in which people avoid social activities and interacting with others.
Skin tag
Topic | Updated on September 26, 2023
A common skin growth in which a short, narrow stalk sticks out of the skin.
Sprained thumb
Topic | Updated on October 12, 2023
An injury of the tissue that connects the bones at the base of the thumb.
Subdural hematoma
Topic | Updated on May 24, 2018
A pool of blood between the brain and its outermost covering.
Phentermine for weight loss
Answer | Updated on November 2, 2022
This prescription medicine can help with weight loss when combined with a healthy diet and exercise.
Liver function tests
TestProcedure | Updated on September 12, 2023
Liver function tests can help determine how well your liver is doing its job. Find out what to expect and what results are considered standard.
Video: Ovulation
Video | Updated on June 23, 2022
Ovulation — the release of an egg from an ovary — occurs about midway through the menstrual cycle. See how it happens.
Birth control pills: Harmful in early pregnancy?
Answer | Updated on August 16, 2022
If you took birth control pills before you knew you were pregnant, the risks of birth defects are low.
Breast implants: Saline vs. silicone
Article | Updated on June 14, 2024
Trying to decide on a type of breast implants? Here are some answers to common questions.
3rd trimester pregnancy: What to expect
Article | Updated on March 9, 2022
Third trimester pregnancy can bring Braxton Hicks contractions, backaches and hemorrhoids as you await the start of labor.
Ovulation signs: When is conception most likely?
Answer | Updated on July 9, 2024
Trying to get pregnant? Learn about symptoms of ovulation
HER2-positive breast cancer: What is it?
Answer | Updated on April 9, 2024
HER2-positive breast cancer tends to be more aggressive than other types of breast cancer. Treatments that target HER2 are very effective.
Nonallergic rhinitis
Disease | Updated on March 14, 2023
Many things can trigger this problem. Learn how to get relief from your runny, stuffy nose.
Whipple's disease
Disease | Updated on November 8, 2022
Learn more about the symptoms, causes and treatment of this rare primarily digestive infection.
Stye (sty)
Disease | Updated on June 14, 2022
A stye (sty) is a painful red bump along the eyelash line that can often be treated with home remedies. Find out more about this irritating eyelid infection.
Costochondritis
Disease | Updated on May 11, 2022
This chest wall pain, caused by inflammation, usually improves on its own.
Histoplasmosis
Disease | Updated on March 24, 2022
Learn more about the symptoms and treatment of this sometimes life-threatening fungal disease caused by spores in bird and bat droppings.
Spastic colon: What does it mean?
Answer | Updated on November 3, 2022
This term is sometimes used to refer to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) — but how accurate is it?
Hypothyroidism: Can calcium supplements interfere with treatment?
Answer | Updated on September 14, 2022
Calcium supplements can interfere with how the body absorbs medications used to treat hypothyroidism.
Nighttime headaches: How can I get relief?
Answer | Updated on May 10, 2019
"Alarm clock" (hypnic) headaches wake people up. But other nighttime headaches also can disrupt sleep. Relief begins with determining the cause.
Balance problems
Disease | Updated on June 18, 2020
Learn about the causes and treatments of conditions that leave you feeling dizzy or unsteady.
Myasthenia gravis
Disease | Updated on June 22, 2023
A breakdown in the communication between nerves and muscles causes weakness and fatigue of muscles under your voluntary control.
Foot drop
Disease | Updated on January 5, 2023
Foot drop is a general term that describes a difficulty in lifting the front part of the foot. It's often caused by compression of a nerve.
Frozen shoulder
Disease | Updated on August 19, 2022
This painful condition usually begins gradually and makes the shoulder hard to move. Exercises can help restore range of motion.
Subarachnoid hemorrhage
Disease | Updated on August 31, 2022
Find out more about diagnosis and treatment options for this bleeding in the brain.
Botulism
Disease | Updated on July 12, 2022
This rare but serious condition can be caused by bacteria that have contaminated food or a wound. Learn more about how to prevent botulism.
Brain lesions
Symptom | Updated on January 11, 2018
Learn more about these abnormal areas sometimes seen incidentally during brain imaging.
High red blood cell count
Symptom | Updated on February 10, 2023
Learn the possible causes of too many oxygen-transporting cells.
Intestinal gas
Symptom | Updated on July 11, 2023
This frequently uncomfortable symptom is part of proper digestion. Find out when it might be cause for concern.
Swollen lymph nodes
Disease | Updated on October 14, 2021
Learn more about swollen lymph nodes, including possible causes and treatments your doctor may recommend.
Aphasia
Disease | Updated on June 11, 2022
Some conditions, including stroke or head injury, can seriously affect a person's ability to communicate. Learn about this communication disorder and its care.
Health concerns for transgender people
Article | Updated on March 7, 2024
Understand health issues for transgender and gender-diverse people, and learn how to promote good health.
Adrenal fatigue: What causes it?
Answer | Updated on April 10, 2024
Adrenal fatigue is a term used to describe a group of symptoms that aren't specific. It's not an official medical diagnosis.
Addison's disease
Disease | Updated on February 3, 2024
Learn about this rare but serious disorder of the adrenal glands that's treated by replacing needed hormones.
Night sweats
Symptom | Updated on January 20, 2024
Learn what conditions and medications might cause these sleep-disturbing sweats.
Coronary artery spasm: Cause for concern?
Answer | Updated on July 9, 2024
This sudden, temporary squeezing of an artery reduces blood flow to the heart. Know the causes and treatment.
Achalasia
Disease | Updated on July 19, 2024
In this condition, the muscles in the esophagus don't relax, preventing food and drink from moving into the stomach. Learn more about this rare digestive disorder.
Swallowing gum: Is it harmful?
Answer | Updated on December 31, 2019
Your body can't digest chewing gum. So what happens when you swallow it?
Headaches: Reduce stress to prevent the pain
Article | Updated on August 1, 2024
Head pain can seem worse when you're under stress — and stress by itself can trigger headaches.
Vocal cord dysfunction: Is it a type of asthma?
Answer | Updated on February 28, 2024
Vocal cord dysfunction and asthma cause similar symptoms, but they're not the same. Find out the difference between the two.
Cancer causes: Popular myths about the causes of cancer
Article | Updated on March 8, 2024
Get the facts and find out why these popular myths about cancer causes are wrong.
Cancer survivors: Late effects of cancer treatment
Article | Updated on November 4, 2022
Find out what side effects to watch for after cancer treatment so you can prepare yourself for any challenges ahead.
Exercise helps ease arthritis pain and stiffness
Article | Updated on September 21, 2023
Exercise helps reduce pain in people with arthritis, including osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
Legionnaires' disease
Disease | Updated on May 24, 2021
Bacteria that can live in water from air conditioning systems, showers and spas cause this severe form of pneumonia.
Emphysema
Disease | Updated on April 28, 2017
Emphysema is a lung problem that makes it hard to catch your breath. It's one of the conditions that make up chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Video: Upper body stretches for the workplace
Video | Updated on December 9, 2021
Upper body stretches can help prevent stiffness. Try these stretches at work.
Mayo Clinic Minute: What is an aneurysm?
Video | Updated on March 3, 2023
An aneurysm is an abnormal bulge in a blood vessel wall that can lead to a life-threatening rupture.
Melanoma
Disease | Updated on December 30, 2023
Learn about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatments for the most serious form of skin cancer.
Tapeworm infection
Disease | Updated on January 5, 2023
Tapeworms in the intestines usually cause mild disease. Immature tapeworms, called larval cysts, can cause serious disease in other parts of the body.
How to heal cracked heels
Answer | Updated on January 25, 2023
Learn self-care tips for healing cracked heels.
Mayo Clinic Minute: The many benefits of petroleum jelly
Video | Updated on August 25, 2023
Try these simple tips for healing dry skin with petroleum jelly.
Antibiotics and alcohol
Answer | Updated on June 6, 2024
Alcohol doesn't make antibiotics less effective. But it's still a good idea not to drink alcohol while taking antibiotics.
Stretching: Focus on flexibility
Article | Updated on November 18, 2023
Learn why stretching your muscles is an important part of your exercise routine and how to do it safely.
10,000 steps a day: Too low? Too high?
Article | Updated on March 23, 2020
Work up to a goal of walking 10,000 steps each day, depending on your starting fitness level, for numerous health benefits.
Plantar fasciitis
Disease | Updated on September 7, 2023
Learn about this most common cause of stabbing heel pain.
Video: Hamstring curl with resistance tubing
Video | Updated on February 14, 2023
The hamstring curl targets the back of the thigh. See how it's done.
Video: Knee extension with weight machine
Video | Updated on February 9, 2023
The knee extension exercise targets the front of the thigh. See how it's done.
Kaposi sarcoma
Disease | Updated on August 4, 2023
This cancer caused by a virus occurs in people who have AIDS and those with a donated organ who take medicines to prevent organ rejection.
Avascular necrosis (osteonecrosis)
Disease | Updated on May 17, 2022
A broken bone or dislocated joint can block blood flow to the bone, causing bone tissue to die.
Tumor vs. cyst: What's the difference?
Answer | Updated on July 22, 2023
A Mayo Clinic expert explains the differences and similarities between these two types of growths and how doctors determine if they're cancerous.
Omega-3 in fish: How eating fish helps your heart
Article | Updated on August 25, 2023
Learn how omega-3 fatty acids in fish can benefit heart health.
Trans fat is double trouble for heart health
Article | Updated on February 23, 2022
Trans fat increases 'bad' cholesterol and lowers 'good' cholesterol. Find out more about this dietary fat and how to avoid it.
Mitral valve regurgitation
Disease | Updated on September 19, 2023
Learn more about the symptoms and treatment of this most common heart valve condition, which causes blood to leak backward in the heart.
Mitral valve prolapse
Disease | Updated on March 27, 2024
This heart condition, also called Barlow syndrome, affects the valve separating the left heart chambers. Know the symptoms and when it’s treated.
Cholesterol ratio or non-HDL cholesterol: Which is most important?
Answer | Updated on January 12, 2024
Non-HDL cholesterol may be more important than cholesterol ratio.
Grass-fed beef: What are the heart-health benefits?
Answer | Updated on January 12, 2024
Grass-fed beef may have heart-health benefits that conventional beef doesn't. Find out more.
Can vitamins help prevent a heart attack?
Answer | Updated on July 21, 2023
Study results are mixed on whether vitamins can prevent heart disease. Find out more.
Pseudoaneurysm: What causes it?
Answer | Updated on October 19, 2022
Pseudoaneurysm may be a complication of cardiac catheterization.
Pelvic pain
Symptom | Updated on June 23, 2023
This type of pain can be dull or sharp. You may feel it all the time or only sometimes. Learn about possible causes and when to seek care.
Chronic pain: Medication decisions
Article | Updated on February 8, 2023
What works for one person's pain may not help yours — and every pill has risks. Learn how to sort through your options for maximum relief and minimum risk.
Breast cancer types: What your type means
Article | Updated on December 6, 2022
Doctors use specialized tests to analyze your cancer cells and gather information to determine your breast cancer type.
Chemotherapy nausea and vomiting: Prevention is best defense
Article | Updated on April 5, 2024
Work with your healthcare team to understand whether your chemotherapy is likely to cause nausea and vomiting. Treatments can prevent these side effects.
Blood tests for heart disease
Article | Updated on December 9, 2023
Learn how certain blood tests can offer clues to heart health.
Mouth cancer
Disease | Updated on April 30, 2024
Learn what doctors and dentists look for when diagnosing mouth cancer. Find out about oral cancer treatments, including surgery, chemotherapy and radiation.
Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin
Disease | Updated on August 11, 2023
This common skin cancer usually looks like a bump or a scaly sore. Learn about symptoms and treatment options, including freezing, lasers and surgery.
Ovarian cancer: Still possible after hysterectomy?
Answer | Updated on April 12, 2022
Surgery to remove your uterus may affect your risk of ovarian cancer, depending on the type of procedure you had.
Myofascial release therapy: Can it relieve back pain?
Answer | Updated on April 13, 2023
Myofascial release, a form of manual therapy, may help reduce back pain.
Thyroid guard: Do I need one during a mammogram?
Answer | Updated on October 26, 2022
A Mayo Clinic expert discusses using thyroid guards during mammograms to reduce the risk of thyroid cancer from radiation.
Bioidentical hormones: Are they safer?
Answer | Updated on December 7, 2022
There's no evidence that bioidentical hormones are safer than standard hormone therapy for menopause.
Menopause hormone therapy: Does it cause vaginal bleeding?
Answer | Updated on January 11, 2023
Some forms of hormone therapy prescribed to ease hot flashes and other menopause symptoms may cause vaginal bleeding. Learn more.
Small cell, large cell cancer: What this means
Answer | Updated on August 26, 2022
Cancer cells are classified by how they look under a microscope. Learn common terms used to describe cancer cells.
COVID-19 vaccine: Should I reschedule my mammogram?
Answer | Updated on April 27, 2023
Swollen lymph nodes caused by the COVID-19 vaccine can look like breast cancer on a mammogram. Find out what to do if you've got a mammogram scheduled.
Vagus nerve stimulation
TestProcedure | Updated on April 18, 2023
Learn more about this procedure that may be used to treat epilepsy and other neurological conditions when other treatments haven't worked.
Botox injections
TestProcedure | Updated on March 10, 2023
Learn about the uses, risks and results of this treatment for facial wrinkles and medical conditions, such as migraine and heavy sweating.
Mental health: Overcoming the stigma of mental illness
Article | Updated on May 24, 2017
Mental health: Learn how to recognize and deal with the stigma of mental illness and don't let it stand in the way of getting treatment.
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD)
Disease | Updated on December 14, 2021
This type of depression is related to changes in seasons and begins and ends at about the same times every year.
Borderline personality disorder
Disease | Updated on January 31, 2024
This mental health condition affects how you see yourself. It includes unstable and intense relationships, extreme emotions, and impulsiveness.
Suicide and suicidal thoughts
Disease | Updated on July 19, 2022
Suicide can be prevented. Learn suicide warning signs and how to reach out for immediate help and professional treatment.
Groin pain (male)
Symptom | Updated on January 9, 2024
Learn more about the causes and symptoms of this type of pain. Also find out how you can treat it at home and when to get a checkup.
Abdominal pain
Symptom | Updated on July 15, 2023
Everyone experiences abdominal pain from time to time. Find out when it might be cause for concern.
Bronchoscopy
TestProcedure | Updated on March 7, 2023
A doctor inserts a small, flexible tube through your mouth or nose into your lungs to look at your air passages and find the cause of a lung problem.
Heart transplant
TestProcedure | Updated on January 19, 2024
Replacing a failing heart with a donor heart is an end-stage treatment for heart disease when other treatments for heart problems haven't worked.
Breast biopsy
TestProcedure | Updated on August 25, 2023
Learn about this test that's used to diagnose breast cancer, including why it's done, risks and what to expect.
Home parenteral nutrition
TestProcedure | Updated on December 23, 2017
Learn about home parenteral nutrition treatment at Mayo Clinic and the situations in which this specialized form of food infused through a vein is used.
Endoscopic ultrasound
TestProcedure | Updated on July 2, 2024
Learn about this imaging test that uses both endoscopy and ultrasound. The test helps diagnose diseases related to digestion and the lungs.
Cardiac rehabilitation
TestProcedure | Updated on March 21, 2023
Learn more about this personalized program to improve heart health through exercise, education and support.
Barium enema
TestProcedure | Updated on April 16, 2024
Find out how to prepare and what to expect if your doctor has recommended a barium enema.
Contraceptive implant
TestProcedure | Updated on July 2, 2024
Learn about the benefits, risks and effectiveness of this type of long-acting, reversible birth control.
Flexible sigmoidoscopy
TestProcedure | Updated on July 9, 2024
Learn about this alternative to colonoscopy to screen for and detect polyps or cancer in the lower part of the colon.
Frontal lobe seizures
Disease | Updated on September 19, 2023
In this common form of epilepsy, the seizures stem from the front of the brain. They can produce symptoms that appear to be from a mental illness.
Breast cancer staging
Article | Updated on February 12, 2022
Breast cancer staging helps your doctor select the most appropriate treatments.
Inducing labor: When to wait, when to induce
Article | Updated on March 12, 2024
Find out who can benefit from getting the uterus to contract to start labor and why.
Viagra for women: Does it exist?
Answer | Updated on December 22, 2023
Learn about medicines to treat problems with sexual arousal or sexual desire in women.
Extended-cycle birth control pills: Is spotting common?
Answer | Updated on December 7, 2022
Breakthrough bleeding is more common with continuous and extended-cycle birth control pills, but usually decreases with time.
Bleeding after menopause: A concern?
Answer | Updated on December 7, 2022
It's unusual to bleed from the vagina after menopause. Learn what health problems can cause it and why you need to see your health care provider.
Convalescent plasma therapy
TestProcedure | Updated on July 21, 2023
Convalescent plasma therapy uses blood from people who've recovered from an illness, such as COVID-19, to help others recover.
Video: LASIK eye surgery
Video | Updated on June 2, 2023
How is LASIK eye surgery done? Watch this video to find out.
Video: Esophagectomy
Video | Updated on October 12, 2023
This video animation shows removal of esophagus for treatment of Barrett's esophagus and esophageal cancer.
Video: Smoking — Anatomy of nicotine addiction
Video | Updated on July 13, 2023
This animation illustrates how smoking changes your brain, causing nicotine addiction.
Video: Cornea transplant
Video | Updated on November 4, 2022
Video shows how full-thickness and partial-thickness cornea transplants are performed.
HIV/AIDS
Topic | Updated on March 6, 2024
HIV infection is a long-term condition caused by a virus that also can cause a life-threatening disease called AIDS.
Anterior cruciate ligament injury
Topic | Updated on May 11, 2023
A torn anterior cruciate ligament in the knee.
Bacterial vaginosis
Topic | Updated on August 5, 2023
A condition caused by too much of certain bacteria in the vagina.
Botulism
Topic | Updated on December 7, 2023
A rare condition caused by the toxin that Clostridium botulinum bacteria produce during infection.
Carbuncle
Topic | Updated on August 4, 2023
A group of pus-filled bumps forming a connected area of infection under the skin.
Cellulite
Topic | Updated on November 21, 2023
Lumpy, dimpled flesh on thighs, hips, buttocks, and belly.
Cervical intraepithelial neoplasia
Topic | Updated on May 15, 2024
The growth of cells in the cervix that look different from typical cells.
Chest infection
Topic | Updated on January 4, 2024
An infection of the lungs or the airways that connect the windpipe to the lungs.
Corn
Topic | Updated on September 23, 2023
Thick, hardened layers of skin caused by friction and pressure.
Geographic tongue
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
A condition that causes harmless tongue patches resembling smooth, red islands.
Hepatitis C
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
An infection caused by a virus that attacks the liver and leads to inflammation.
Hidradenitis suppurativa
Topic | Updated on November 2, 2023
A chronic skin condition featuring lumps in places such as the armpits or groin.
Hodgkin lymphoma
Topic | Updated on April 3, 2024
A cancer that affects the body's germ- and disease-fighting system, also called the lymphatic system.
Hyperthyroidism
Topic | Updated on April 27, 2023
A condition in which the thyroid gland makes too many hormones.
Hypothyroidism
Topic | Updated on April 27, 2023
A condition in which the thyroid gland doesn't make enough thyroid hormones.
Inflammatory breast cancer
Topic | Updated on March 12, 2024
A form of breast cancer that develops quickly, causing breast swelling and skin changes.
Insulin resistance
Topic | Updated on February 6, 2020
A resistance to the hormone insulin, resulting in increasing blood sugar.
Intussusception
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
A condition in which part of the intestine slides into an adjacent part of the intestine.
Keratosis pilaris
Topic | Updated on October 27, 2023
A condition that causes rough patches and small, tiny bumps on the skin.
Left ventricular hypertrophy
Topic | Updated on August 6, 2024
Thickening of the walls of the lower left heart chamber, called the left ventricle.
Leptospirosis
Topic | Updated on March 13, 2024
An illness caused by bacteria that spread to humans through contact with the urine of infected animals.
Metatarsophalangeal joint sprain
Topic | Updated on November 17, 2023
A sprain of the main joint in the big toe, also called turf toe.
Mitral valve prolapse
Topic | Updated on January 26, 2024
Improper closure of the valve between the heart's upper and lower left chambers.
Molar pregnancy
Topic | Updated on August 31, 2022
A tumor that develops in the uterus as a result of a nonviable pregnancy.
Delusional parasitosis
Topic | Updated on April 10, 2024
An unexplained skin disorder that produces crawling sensations and skin sores.
Myocardial infarction
Topic | Updated on July 23, 2024
A blockage of blood flow to the heart. Also called a heart attack.
Nasal polyps
Topic | Updated on May 12, 2023
A painless growth inside the nose or the hollow areas inside the bones of the face, also known as sinuses.
Needlestick injury
Topic | Updated on August 24, 2023
Getting stuck by a needle that has someone's blood or other body fluid on it.
Opportunistic infection
Topic | Updated on March 15, 2024
An infection with various causes that can be dangerous if the immune system is weakened.
Ovarian cancer
Topic | Updated on March 16, 2024
A cancer that begins in the organs that produce eggs, called the ovaries.
Pericarditis
Topic | Updated on April 6, 2024
Swelling and irritation of the thin, saclike tissue that surrounds the heart, called the pericardium.
Premenstrual dysphoric disorder
Topic | Updated on March 6, 2024
An extreme form of premenstrual syndrome.
Pulmonary hypertension
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
A type of high blood pressure that affects arteries in the lungs and in the heart.
Pyelonephritis
Topic | Updated on May 16, 2023
The medical term for kidney infection, an illness in one or both kidney organs.
Sacroiliitis
Topic | Updated on May 11, 2023
Inflammation of one or both of the joints that connect the lower spine and pelvis.
Schizoaffective disorder
Topic | Updated on June 5, 2024
This mental health condition includes a mix of schizophrenia and mood disorder symptoms.
Skin infections
Topic | Updated on November 28, 2023
An infection of the skin caused by bacteria or by a fungus, virus, or parasite.
Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin
Topic | Updated on March 6, 2024
A form of skin cancer that develops in the cells of the outer layer of the skin.
Stiff person syndrome
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
A condition in which the trunk and limbs stiffen, making it hard to walk.
Subarachnoid hemorrhage
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
Bleeding in the space between the brain and the tissue covering the brain.
Toxic shock syndrome
Topic | Updated on March 14, 2024
A rare, life-threatening illness caused by infection with bacteria.
Transplant rejection
Topic | Updated on February 13, 2024
The rejection of a transplanted organ, limb or tissue by the immune system.
Diabetic ketoacidosis
Disease | Updated on October 6, 2022
Learn more about the symptoms, treatment and prevention of this serious diabetes complication.
Sleep deprivation: A cause of high blood pressure?
Answer | Updated on July 9, 2024
Too little sleep affects not only energy levels but also heart health.
Calcium supplements: Do they interfere with blood pressure drugs?
Answer | Updated on July 9, 2024
In large amounts, these supplements may affect certain blood pressure medicines.
Beta blockers: How do they affect exercise?
Answer | Updated on December 20, 2023
If you take this medicine, you may need to change your target heart rate during exercise.
Menopause and high blood pressure: What's the connection?
Answer | Updated on July 11, 2023
For many women, menopause and high blood pressure seem to go together. Discover why.
Anxiety: A cause of high blood pressure?
Answer | Updated on March 7, 2024
Anxiety can cause dramatic, temporary increases in blood pressure.
Video: How to measure blood pressure using an automatic monitor
Video | Updated on January 3, 2024
Watch this video to learn how to measure blood pressure using an automatic monitor.
Skin care: 5 tips for healthy skin
Article | Updated on January 22, 2022
Skin care gimmicks abound — but don't fall for the hype. Get healthy looking skin with these simple tips.
Chemical splash in the eye: First aid
FirstAid | Updated on August 10, 2024
Learn how to administer first aid for a chemical splash in the eye.
Severe bleeding: First aid
FirstAid | Updated on May 1, 2024
How to administer first aid for severe bleeding.
Electrical burns: First aid
FirstAid | Updated on August 10, 2024
Learn how to treat electrical burns caused by sources of electricity. The damage may be worse than it looks from the burn on the skin.
Seborrheic dermatitis
Disease | Updated on July 19, 2024
Find out what you can do to treat this flaky skin condition that can cause scaly skin and stubborn, itchy dandruff.
Smallpox
Disease | Updated on August 5, 2022
Learn about the symptoms, causes and vaccine prevention of this contagious, disfiguring and sometimes fatal viral disease.
Varicose veins
Topic | Updated on January 25, 2024
Twisted, swollen veins, most commonly appearing in the legs and feet.
Vitamin B-12 deficiency
Topic | Updated on January 10, 2024
A condition in which the body has too little vitamin B-12, a nutrient that is needed to make red blood cells and DNA.
Fear
Topic | Updated on May 26, 2018
An unpleasant feeling triggered by the perception of danger, real or imagined.
Dizziness
Topic | Updated on August 4, 2023
A range of sensations that can include feeling faint, woozy, weak, unsteady or a sense of spinning.
Tachycardia
Topic | Updated on December 15, 2023
A heart rate over 100 beats a minute for any reason.
Breast pain
Topic | Updated on March 28, 2024
Various types of discomfort in the breast tissue, often due to a condition that is not breast cancer.
Biliary colic
Topic | Updated on May 25, 2018
Pain that occurs when a gallstone is being passed and is blocking a bile duct, typically comes and goes in a fairly regular pattern.
Binge eating
Topic | Updated on May 24, 2018
Frequently consuming unusually large amounts of food in one sitting and feeling that eating behavior is out of control.
Telangiectasia
Topic | Updated on March 28, 2024
A cluster of dilated tiny blood vessels called capillaries that forms a lesion anywhere on the skin or mucous membranes.
Frequent urination
Topic | Updated on March 28, 2024
The need to pass urine many times during the day, the night or both.
Black eye
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
A condition caused by bleeding under the skin around the eye, often resulting from an injury.
Middle back pain
Topic | Updated on May 7, 2024
Discomfort in the area of the spine between the base of the neck to the bottom of the ribcage.
Hyperpigmentation
Topic | Updated on October 27, 2023
Patches or spots on the skin that are darker than surrounding skin.
Cyst
Topic | Updated on May 24, 2018
An abnormal, usually noncancerous growth filled with liquid or a semisolid substance, sometimes causing pain.
Hemorrhage
Topic | Updated on May 24, 2018
Internal or external bleeding that may occur anywhere, and depending on the location, may range from a bruise to a life-threatening brain bleed.
Plaque
Topic | Updated on March 28, 2024
A substance that collects in and hardens blood vessels, builds up on tooth enamel or appears on skin due to certain conditions.
Dieting
Topic | Updated on May 16, 2023
Choosing types and amounts of food and drink to lose or gain weight or to keep weight steady.
Aggression
Topic | Updated on May 25, 2018
A type of behavior intending to cause physical or mental harm.
Guilt
Topic | Updated on May 24, 2018
Feeling responsible or regretful for a perceived offense, real or imaginary.