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Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
Disease | Updated on April 30, 2022
This serious infection of the female reproductive organs can cause long-term complications such as infertility and chronic pain. Know the symptoms and causes.
Alkaline water: Better than plain water?
Answer | Updated on April 27, 2022
Health claims about alkaline water abound, but plain water is usually best.
Too much vitamin C: Is it harmful?
Answer | Updated on April 28, 2022
Vitamin C is an essential nutrient, but too much carries its own risks.
Sex during vaginal infection: Is it harmful?
Answer | Updated on February 8, 2022
Vaginal infection makes intercourse painful and weakens your resistance to sexually transmitted infections. Consider waiting.
Antidepressant withdrawal: Is there such a thing?
Answer | Updated on January 29, 2019
Antidepressant withdrawal is possible if you stop taking an antidepressant abruptly — but it's generally preventable.
Coffee and health: What does the research say?
Answer | Updated on March 19, 2022
Has coffee gotten a bum rap? Can it be part of a healthy diet?
Sleep aids: Could antihistamines help me sleep?
Answer | Updated on December 5, 2023
Antihistamines can be somewhat effective as a sleep aid — but only for occasional sleeplessness.
Underweight? See how to add pounds healthfully
Answer | Updated on January 11, 2023
If you're underweight and not happy about it, try these tips to help you achieve your goal weight.
How to track saturated fat
Answer | Updated on March 3, 2023
Knowing how much saturated fat is in the foods you eat can help you meet your health and nutrition goals.
Blood sugar levels can fluctuate for many reasons
Answer | Updated on March 13, 2024
Unexplained changes in blood sugar levels can be the result of illness, injury, stress and hormone changes.
In vitro fertilization (IVF)
TestProcedure | Updated on September 1, 2023
Learn what to expect from this assisted reproductive technology used to treat infertility.
Video: Carotid angioplasty and stenting
Video | Updated on July 14, 2018
Carotid angioplasty and stenting — See how this stroke treatment is done.
Mayo Clinic Minute: What are eye floaters?
Video | Updated on March 12, 2019
Most eye floaters are harmless, but occasionally they could mean a serious problem.
Acanthosis nigricans
Topic | Updated on October 21, 2023
A skin condition that causes dark, velvety patches in body folds and creases.
Adjustment disorder
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
A type of stress-related mental condition brought on by a life change.
Alcoholism
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
A chronic disease including uncontrolled drinking and preoccupation with alcohol.
Allergic sinusitis
Topic | Updated on August 30, 2024
Swelling and irritation of the spaces inside the nose and head, also known as sinuses, due to allergies.
Autoimmune thyroiditis
Topic | Updated on March 15, 2023
A disorder that happens when the immune system attacks the thyroid gland.
Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo
Topic | Updated on November 9, 2022
A common reason for a sudden feeling of spinning or of the world spinning.
Body dysmorphic disorder
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
A mental illness involving obsessive focus on a perceived flaw in appearance.
Bone tumor
Topic | Updated on May 11, 2024
A growth of cells that starts in a bone. Bone tumors may be cancer or not cancer.
Cardiogenic shock
Topic | Updated on October 18, 2023
A life-threatening condition in which the heart suddenly can't pump enough blood.
Cat scratch fever
Topic | Updated on March 19, 2024
An illness also called cat scratch disease that is caused by germs that spread through an infected cat's bites or licks.
Pseudogout
Topic | Updated on August 4, 2023
A form of arthritis with sudden, painful swelling in one or more joints.
Chronic venous insufficiency
Topic | Updated on August 18, 2023
A long-term condition in which leg veins don't properly return blood to the heart.
Dengue fever
Topic | Updated on October 17, 2023
A disease spread by mosquitoes that occurs in tropical and subtropical areas of the world.
Diabetic foot ulcer
Topic | Updated on September 14, 2023
A diabetic foot ulcer is an open sore or wound on the foot in people who have diabetes.
Diabetic neuropathy
Topic | Updated on March 1, 2024
A type of nerve damage that can happen with diabetes.
Dislocated shoulder
Topic | Updated on July 18, 2023
An injury in which the upper arm bone comes out of the shoulder blade socket.
Diverticulosis
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
A condition in which small, bulging pouches develop in the digestive tract.
Dupuytren contracture
Topic | Updated on May 26, 2023
A gradual thickening and tightening of tissue under the skin in the hand.
Dysentery
Topic | Updated on March 19, 2024
An infection of the intestines that causes bloody diarrhea.
Encephalopathy
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
A broad term for any brain disease that alters brain function or structure.
Epidermoid cyst
Topic | Updated on March 27, 2024
A small, noncancerous small lump in the skin. This type of lump is also called a cyst.
Factor V Leiden
Topic | Updated on July 19, 2023
An inherited blood-clotting disorder due to a change in of the blood's factor V protein.
Furuncle
Topic | Updated on August 4, 2023
A painful, pus-filled bump under the skin caused by infected, inflamed hair follicles.
Glomerulonephritis
Topic | Updated on February 24, 2024
Inflammation of the tiny filters in the kidneys that remove waste from blood.
Glossodynia
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
Ongoing or recurrent burning in the mouth with no obvious cause.
Granuloma annulare
Topic | Updated on October 28, 2023
Inflamed or skin-colored bumps in a ring pattern. They often arise on the hands and feet.
Hyperlipidemia
Topic | Updated on July 29, 2023
A condition in which there are high levels of fat-like substances, called lipids, in the blood.
Malingering
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
To intentionally pretend to have a disease in order to achieve another goal.
Mastocytosis
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
Too many of a type of disease-fighting and wound-healing cells (mast cells).
Metabolic acidosis
Topic | Updated on October 28, 2023
A condition in which too much acid builds up in the body.
Metabolic syndrome
Topic | Updated on May 11, 2023
A cluster of conditions that increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes.
Morton's neuroma
Topic | Updated on May 12, 2023
A thickening of the tissue around a nerve leading to the toes.
Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
The accumulation of liver fat in people who drink little or no alcohol.
Oxidative stress
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
An imbalance between levels of antioxidants and free radicals in the body.
Paget's disease of the breast
Topic | Updated on April 2, 2024
A form of breast cancer affecting the nipple and dark circle of skin around it.
Pancytopenia
Topic | Updated on September 6, 2023
Condition in which blood has fewer red cells, white cells and platelets than usual.
Papillary thyroid cancer
Topic | Updated on January 11, 2024
The most common form of cancer of the thyroid, a butterfly-shaped gland in the neck.
Periodontitis
Topic | Updated on April 25, 2018
A serious gum infection that damages gums and can destroy the jawbone.
Pes cavus
Topic | Updated on August 29, 2023
A condition in which the arch of the foot is higher than usual.
Peyronie's disease
Topic | Updated on October 13, 2023
Scar tissue inside the penis that causes curved, painful erections.
Plantar fasciitis
Topic | Updated on September 7, 2023
An inflammation of a thick band of tissue that connects the heel bone to the toes.
Pseudotumor cerebri
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
A condition that occurs when pressure inside the skull increases for no obvious reason.
Seasonal affective disorder
Topic | Updated on December 14, 2021
A mood disorder characterized by depression that occurs at the same time every year.
Seborrheic dermatitis
Topic | Updated on September 27, 2023
A skin condition that causes scaly patches and inflamed skin, mainly on the scalp.
Sensorineural hearing loss
Topic | Updated on January 13, 2023
This type of hearing loss involves damage to the inner ear or the nerve from the ear to the brain.
Sepsis
Topic | Updated on October 13, 2023
A serious condition in which the body does not respond properly to an infection, causing the organs to work poorly.
Tendinosis
Topic | Updated on January 23, 2024
A breakdown of tendon tissue caused by repeat motions or too much use.
Third trimester pregnancy
Topic | Updated on February 22, 2022
A pregnancy in the last three months or weeks 28 to 40.
Child's pose
Video | Updated on March 1, 2023
Relax with this yoga pose and stretch your back and hips.
Breast cysts
Disease | Updated on January 9, 2024
A firm, round lump in breast tissue could be a fluid-filled cyst. Typically not cancerous, breast cysts often need no treatment.
Frequent sex: Does it protect against prostate cancer?
Answer | Updated on June 14, 2024
Some studies have suggested that frequent ejaculation may reduce the risk of prostate cancer. But other research hasn't supported this idea.
Repeat C-sections: Is there a limit?
Answer | Updated on December 7, 2022
Repeat C-sections are common — but each C-section is generally more complicated than the last.
Proctitis
Disease | Updated on March 5, 2022
Proctitis means inflammation of the rectal lining. This condition is often a treatment side effect or part of a more generalized disease.
Pancreatic cysts
Disease | Updated on March 5, 2022
Most pancreatic cysts are benign, but some types are cancerous. Find out about symptoms, causes and treatment of cysts in the pancreas.
Dry mouth treatment: Tips for controlling dry mouth
Answer | Updated on May 27, 2023
To ease dry mouth, chew sugar-free gum or suck on sugar-free hard candy to keep saliva flowing. Limit caffeine and don't use tobacco. Sip water regularly.
Hypothyroidism diet: Can certain foods increase thyroid function?
Answer | Updated on August 18, 2023
There's no evidence that eating or avoiding certain foods will help the thyroid work better in people with underactive thyroid.
Petroleum jelly: Safe for a dry nose?
Answer | Updated on March 16, 2023
Rarely, inhaling petroleum jelly for prolonged periods can cause lung inflammation (lipoid pneumonia).
Crohn's disease
Disease | Updated on August 6, 2022
Learn about symptoms and treatment for this debilitating, but treatable, digestive condition.
Blood clots
Symptom | Updated on July 19, 2023
Blood clots: Symptom — Overview covers definition, possible causes of this symptom.
Frequent bowel movements
Symptom | Updated on November 4, 2022
Many things can trigger frequent bowel movements. Find out what may be causing your extra bathroom trips and when it's time to call your health care provider.
Renal artery stenosis
Disease | Updated on May 3, 2022
Read more about what happens when the arteries leading to your kidneys become narrowed, as well as potential treatments for this condition.
Chronic daily headaches
Disease | Updated on April 9, 2019
If you have a headache most days, you might have one of the most disabling headache conditions, chronic daily headaches. Aggressive treatment and long-term management might help.
Ameloblastoma
Disease | Updated on November 17, 2021
Learn more about the symptoms and treatment of this rare, noncancerous (benign) tumor that develops in the jaw.
Burning feet
Symptom | Updated on January 11, 2018
Burning feet: Symptom — Overview covers definition, possible causes and when to see a doctor for this often nerve-related symptom.
Corticobasal degeneration (corticobasal syndrome)
Disease | Updated on December 22, 2023
Learn about this rare disease that affects brain cells. The disease can make it hard to speak, move and think.
Hangovers
Disease | Updated on January 30, 2024
Unpleasant symptoms can happen after drinking too much alcohol. But serious symptoms may mean alcohol poisoning, a life-threatening emergency.
Churg-Strauss syndrome
Disease | Updated on September 24, 2021
This rare blood vessel disease may cause breathing trouble, face pain and a persistent runny nose. Medications can help.
COVID-19 and pets: Can dogs and cats get COVID-19?
Answer | Updated on May 14, 2024
Find out how COVID-19 can affect dogs and cats, what you can do to protect your pet, and how to care for your pet if it becomes sick.
Acute sinusitis
Disease | Updated on August 29, 2023
Learn the latest ways to treat and prevent the stuffy nose and head pain that can come with this condition.
Indigestion
Disease | Updated on February 1, 2024
Is it indigestion or something else? Find out about causes, symptoms and treatment for this common digestive disorder.
Angina
Disease | Updated on March 22, 2024
Learn about a type of chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart. This chest pain is a symptom of heart disease.
Impacted wisdom teeth
Disease | Updated on February 1, 2024
These teeth don't have enough room to come in or develop properly, leading to pain, damage to other teeth and other dental problems.
Coconut oil: Can it cure hypothyroidism?
Answer | Updated on July 6, 2024
This oil has been touted by some as a cure for hypothyroidism. Truth or hype?
Zenker's diverticulum
Disease | Updated on June 18, 2024
Find out the symptoms of this condition, how it causes a bulge to form in the tube that connects the throat to the stomach and treatments.
Nail ridges: Cause for concern?
Answer | Updated on May 28, 2022
Vertical nail ridges are common and often become more prominent with age.
Video: Allergy or irritant: The truth about your rash
Video | Updated on May 2, 2024
Learning whether your rash is caused by irritant contact dermatitis or allergen contact dermatitis may help to prevent another one.
Tendinitis
Disease | Updated on November 11, 2022
Repetitive activities and weekend warrior exercise can bother tendons, causing pain and swelling.
Video: Abdominal crunch
Video | Updated on February 9, 2023
The abdominal crunch is a classic core-strength exercise. See how it's done.
Video: Chest press with dumbbell
Video | Updated on February 14, 2023
The chest press exercise targets the chest muscles. See how it's done.
Video: Triceps extension with weight machine
Video | Updated on February 9, 2023
The triceps extension targets the back of the upper arm. See how it's done.
Video: Squat and reach with fitness ball
Video | Updated on April 6, 2023
You can do many exercises with a fitness ball. See the squat and reach.
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease
Disease | Updated on March 8, 2023
Learn how to spot the symptoms and how doctors treat this group of peripheral nerve disorders.
Broken ribs
Disease | Updated on February 15, 2023
This common injury happens most often because of falls, car accidents or contact sports.
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Disease | Updated on February 6, 2024
Learn more about the symptoms and treatment of this common nerve condition affecting the hand and arm.
Liposarcoma
Disease | Updated on April 26, 2023
Learn about diagnosis and treatment options for this type of soft tissue sarcoma that forms from fat cells.
Video: Reverse shoulder replacement
Video | Updated on May 18, 2022
Reverse shoulder replacement may be needed if your rotator cuff is severely damaged.
Genital warts
Disease | Updated on December 19, 2023
The human papillomavirus (HPV) causes the most common of sexually transmitted infections. Vaccines can help protect against the HPV strains that cause genital warts.
Tonic-clonic (grand mal) seizure
Disease | Updated on December 12, 2023
Learn about this type of seizure that can cause convulsions. Also know how to help if you see someone having one.
Acne scars: What's the best treatment?
Answer | Updated on October 25, 2022
Various procedures can improve acne scars, but no single treatment is best for everyone.
Bladder control problems: How to seek treatment
Article | Updated on September 20, 2023
Bladder control problems can be managed or overcome. The first step is to seek treatment.
Stages of labor and birth: Baby, it's time!
Article | Updated on July 23, 2024
Find out what happens during the different stages of labor and birth.
Gestational diabetes
Disease | Updated on April 9, 2022
This high blood sugar disorder develops during pregnancy and can affect your pregnancy and your baby's health. Read about risks, prevention and treatment.
Natural breast enhancement: Do supplements work?
Answer | Updated on July 9, 2024
Breast enhancement supplements haven't been proved effective, and they could cause side effects.
Vaginal dryness
Symptom | Updated on February 1, 2023
Make an appointment with your doctor if vaginal dryness is causing you discomfort.
Alli weight-loss pill: Does it work?
Article | Updated on April 9, 2024
Alli is an over-the-counter weight-loss pill that keeps your body from absorbing all of the fat in food. Learn about the drug's benefits and side effects.
Coronavirus: What is it and how can I protect myself?
Answer | Updated on February 20, 2024
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is caused by a virus that spreads between people. Find out how to protect yourself and those close to you.
Pleurisy
Disease | Updated on December 13, 2023
In this condition, the tissues that line the lungs and chest cavity (pleura) become inflamed, causing sharp chest pain that worsens during breathing.
Pneumonitis
Disease | Updated on July 30, 2024
A general term for lung swelling and irritation, it's often caused by breathing in irritants. The swelling can cause trouble breathing and a dry cough.
Shortness of breath
Symptom | Updated on June 13, 2020
Problems breathing can come on suddenly or last for weeks or longer. Most cases are due to heart or lung conditions, but there are many other causes.
Human growth hormone (HGH): Does it slow aging?
Article | Updated on September 20, 2023
Is human growth hormone treatment an anti-aging breakthrough or a scam? Know the facts.
Memory loss: 7 tips to improve your memory
Article | Updated on March 7, 2024
Memory loss can be stressful and upsetting. Find out how staying active and engaged can help.
Alzheimer's: Managing sleep problems
Article | Updated on December 3, 2021
Alzheimer's sleep problems affect both you and your loved one. Consider tips for coping.
Diabetic retinopathy
Disease | Updated on February 21, 2023
Good diabetes control and regular exams can help prevent this diabetes complication that affects the eyes. Find out how.
Niacin to improve cholesterol numbers
Article | Updated on June 7, 2022
Niacin is a B vitamin that can boost levels of high-density lipoproteins (HDL), the 'good' cholesterol, and lower triglycerides. Find out more.
Nuts and your heart: Eating nuts for heart health
Article | Updated on November 15, 2023
Discover how walnuts, almonds and other nuts can improve heart health.
Heart-healthy diet: 8 steps to prevent heart disease
Article | Updated on April 4, 2024
Certain foods can raise your risk of heart conditions. Learn eight ways to get started on a diet that's good for your heart.
Caregiving for someone with atrial fibrillation
Article | Updated on June 24, 2023
Learn what to expect when caring for someone with this common heart rhythm condition. Get tips to prevent caregiver burnout.
Video: Standing stretches for the workplace
Video | Updated on December 11, 2021
Standing stretches can help prevent stiffness. Try these stretches at work.
Statins: Do they cause ALS?
Answer | Updated on April 12, 2022
Statins can cause muscle injury in some people. But can they also trigger ALS?
Fasting diet: Can it improve my heart health?
Answer | Updated on July 11, 2024
Being on a fasting diet some of the time may have heart-health benefits. Find out more.
Foreign object inhaled: First aid
FirstAid | Updated on July 23, 2024
How to give first aid for an inhaled foreign object.
Porphyria
Disease | Updated on April 5, 2023
This group of disorders results from a buildup of natural chemicals in the body that affect the nervous system and skin. Learn how to avoid symptom triggers.
Blood pressure chart: What your reading means
Article | Updated on February 28, 2024
Checking your blood pressure helps you avoid health problems. Learn more about what your numbers mean.
High blood pressure (hypertension)
Disease | Updated on February 29, 2024
Learn the symptoms and treatment of this condition — which raises the risk of heart attack and stroke — and the lifestyle changes that can lower the risk.
Elevated blood pressure
Disease | Updated on February 29, 2024
If your blood pressure is slightly elevated, eating better and moving more can help prevent prehypertension from becoming high blood pressure.
Hypertensive crisis: What are the symptoms?
Answer | Updated on June 19, 2024
A sudden rise in blood pressure over 180/120 mm Hg is considered a medical emergency, or crisis. It can lead to a stroke. Know the symptoms.
Isolated systolic hypertension: A health concern?
Answer | Updated on April 25, 2024
Both the top and bottom numbers in blood pressure readings hold clues about your health. But if just the top number is high, it might be a concern.
Puncture wounds: First aid
FirstAid | Updated on April 24, 2024
With a puncture wound, stop the bleeding, and clean, medicate and cover it. If the wound is severe or becomes infected, seek medical help.
Hidradenitis suppurativa
Disease | Updated on June 21, 2024
This condition causes small, painful lumps to form where your skin rubs together. The lumps heal and return and can lead to the formation of tunnels and scarring.
Ingrown toenails
Disease | Updated on February 8, 2022
Learn about causes, prevention and treatment of this common, painful nail condition that usually affects the big toe.
Penis fracture: Is it possible?
Answer | Updated on July 6, 2024
Know the symptoms of this health concern.
Recurrent prostate infection: What are the treatment options?
Answer | Updated on August 15, 2023
These infections that keep coming back can be hard to treat. Here's what to know.
Blood in semen
Symptom | Updated on August 29, 2024
This symptom can be scary, but the cause is most often not cancer. Find out possible causes and when to see a doctor.
Compulsive gambling
Disease | Updated on June 18, 2022
Also called gambling disorder, compulsive gambling is the uncontrollable urge to keep gambling despite the toll it takes on your life.
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Disease | Updated on August 16, 2024
This mental health condition, which is caused by being part of or witnessing a terrifying event, leads to symptoms that include flashbacks, nightmares and severe anxiety.
Shoulder pain
Symptom | Updated on August 31, 2023
Shoulder pain: Symptom — Comprehensive overview covers definition, possible causes of pain in the shoulder.
Medications and supplements that can raise your blood pressure
Article | Updated on April 13, 2023
Certain medicines and herbal remedies, including those used to treat pain, depression and the common cold, can increase blood pressure.
Poppy seed tea: Beneficial or dangerous?
Answer | Updated on July 4, 2024
Poppy seed tea may be used as a natural pain reliever. The key is the opioids in the seed coating, which may be dangerous.
Biopsy: Types of biopsy procedures used to diagnose cancer
Article | Updated on December 13, 2023
Learn about the different ways of collecting suspicious cells to test in the lab to diagnose cancer.
Ostomy: Adapting to life after colostomy, ileostomy or urostomy
Article | Updated on August 1, 2024
Tips for coping with your stoma after colostomy, ileostomy or urostomy surgery.
Angiosarcoma
Disease | Updated on May 17, 2022
Learn about this rare cancer that begins in the blood vessels and lymph vessels. Treatments include surgery, radiation therapy and chemotherapy.
Liver cancer
Disease | Updated on April 28, 2023
Learn how doctors use surgery, liver transplant, radiation, chemotherapy and other methods to treat hepatocellular carcinoma and other types of liver cancer.
Solitary fibrous tumor
Disease | Updated on March 24, 2023
This rare type of tumor most often occurs near the lungs. Surgery is usually the treatment.
Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection
Disease | Updated on May 5, 2022
Learn more about the symptoms, tests and treatments of this infection with Helicobacter pylori bacteria.
Cutaneous B-cell lymphoma
Disease | Updated on January 19, 2024
Learn about this type of cancer that starts in the white blood cells and affects the skin. Treatment options include surgery, radiation and chemotherapy.
Undifferentiated pleomorphic sarcoma
Disease | Updated on December 30, 2023
Learn about this cancer that most often happens in the soft tissues of the arms and legs. Treatments include surgery, radiation therapy and chemotherapy.
Acute lymphocytic leukemia
Disease | Updated on September 21, 2022
Learn about this cancer that forms in the blood and bone marrow. Treatments include medications and bone marrow transplant.
Broken leg
Disease | Updated on July 1, 2022
Treatment of a broken leg depends on the location and severity of the injury. Surgical repair uses metal pins and plates to hold the fragments together.
Thyroid peroxidase antibody test: What is it?
Answer | Updated on July 9, 2024
Sometimes this test is done to help figure out the cause of thyroid disease.
Implantation bleeding: Common in early pregnancy?
Answer | Updated on April 19, 2022
Implantation bleeding is a common early pregnancy symptom. Understand why it happens.
Vasectomy reversal
TestProcedure | Updated on May 19, 2023
Learn about this microsurgery procedure that can restore your fertility after a vasectomy.
Psychotherapy
TestProcedure | Updated on April 11, 2023
Also called talk therapy, this is an approach for treating mental health issues by talking with a psychologist, psychiatrist or another mental health provider.
Rectal prolapse surgery
TestProcedure | Updated on July 25, 2023
This surgery is done to repair a condition in which the lining of the rectum slips out of the anus. Learn about surgical options, risks and results.
LASIK eye surgery
TestProcedure | Updated on August 2, 2023
Learn about this common type of laser eye surgery to correct vision problems and what to expect before, during and after surgery.
Living-donor transplant
TestProcedure | Updated on March 28, 2024
This surgery uses a living donor's organ, such as a kidney or portion of a liver, to replace another person's organ that no longer works properly.
Rheumatoid factor
TestProcedure | Updated on August 26, 2023
Rheumatoid factor — This blood test can help diagnose autoimmune disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis, Sjogren syndrome and lupus.
Liver transplant
TestProcedure | Updated on January 19, 2024
Learn what to expect before and after this important treatment option for patients with liver failure.
Hormone therapy for breast cancer
TestProcedure | Updated on March 22, 2023
Find out how hormone therapy is used to treat breast cancer. Learn about risks and what to expect during this treatment for ER and PR positive breast cancers.
Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG)
TestProcedure | Updated on April 2, 2024
This common test checks the heartbeat. It can help diagnose heart attacks and heart rhythm disorders such as AFib. Know when an ECG is done.
Elbow replacement surgery
TestProcedure | Updated on May 22, 2024
Elbow replacement surgery can be complicated because of the intricate nature of the joint. Learn about Mayo Clinic's approach.
Breast reduction surgery
TestProcedure | Updated on June 29, 2024
Find out more about this surgery to remove fat, breast tissue and skin from the breasts.
Acupuncture
TestProcedure | Updated on April 20, 2024
Practitioners use this integrative medicine technique to treat common problems such as back pain, neck pain and joint pain to influence energy flow.
Kidney biopsy
TestProcedure | Updated on January 25, 2023
During a kidney biopsy, doctors remove a small piece of kidney tissue to view under a microscope to diagnose kidney problems and guide treatment decisions.
Oral cancer screening
TestProcedure | Updated on November 15, 2023
Learn about the benefits and limitations of tests to detect mouth cancer.
Radiofrequency neurotomy
TestProcedure | Updated on April 6, 2024
Painful neck, back, knee, shoulder or hip? Radiofrequency neurotomy may quiet nerves that cause pain. Learn about this targeted treatment.
Venous ulcer
Topic | Updated on January 8, 2020
A wound on the leg or ankle caused by abnormal or damaged veins.
Headache
Topic | Updated on May 25, 2018
A painful sensation in any part of the head, ranging from sharp to dull, that may occur with other symptoms.
Bleeding
Topic | Updated on September 23, 2023
The release of blood from a broken blood vessel, either inside or outside the body.
Hair loss
Topic | Updated on January 19, 2024
Progressive loss of hair from the scalp beyond usual hair loss of less than 100 hair strands a day.
Heartburn
Topic | Updated on August 1, 2024
Burning pain or discomfort in the upper chest and midchest, possibly involving the neck and throat, that may get worse when lying down.
Hiccups
Topic | Updated on March 2, 2023
Involuntary spasms of the diaphragm, usually short-lived and not a sign of something serious.
Indigestion
Topic | Updated on May 26, 2018
Upper abdominal discomfort, described as burning sensation, bloating or gassiness, nausea, or feeling full too quickly after starting to eat.
Lesion
Topic | Updated on October 26, 2023
An irregular area of tissue inside or outside the body that may get bigger or change appearance. It may or may not be cancerous.
Sadness
Topic | Updated on May 25, 2018
Feeling down or unhappy in response to grief, discouragement, or disappointment; if ongoing, may indicate depression.
Hematuria
Topic | Updated on December 22, 2023
Blood in the urine can be harmless. Or it can be a symptom of a serious illness.
Phlegm
Topic | Updated on May 26, 2018
Mucus, thicker than normal due to illness or irritation, coughed up from the respiratory tract.
Ascites
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
Abdominal swelling caused by accumulation of fluid, most often related to liver disease.
Dysarthria
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
Weakness in the muscles used for speech, which often causes slowed or slurred speech.
Floaters
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
Spots in vision that look like black or gray specks or strings that drift across the eyes.
Illness-related jaundice
Topic | Updated on March 28, 2024
Leg pain
Topic | Updated on May 24, 2023
Physical discomfort in part or all of the leg that can vary in strength.
Vasovagal syncope
Topic | Updated on May 24, 2018
Fainting caused by an overreaction to certain triggers.