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Headaches and hormones: What's the connection?
Article | Updated on February 10, 2023
Headaches are part of life for many people. Understand how hormones can play a role.
Stomach cancer
Disease | Updated on June 19, 2024
Stomach cancer, which is also called gastric cancer, is cancer that begins in the stomach. Learn about symptoms, causes, detection and treatments.
Throat cancer
Disease | Updated on September 15, 2022
Learn more about this type of cancer that affects your throat (pharynx), voice box (larynx) or tonsils.
Urinary tract infection (UTI)
Disease | Updated on September 14, 2022
Learn the symptoms that may occur if there's an infection in the urinary tract. Also find out what can cause a UTI and how the infection is treated.
Flu mask: Should I wear one?
Answer | Updated on June 21, 2024
Influenza masks and hand hygiene might help protect healthcare workers from flu (influenza).
High-dose vitamin C: Can it kill cancer cells?
Answer | Updated on December 15, 2023
High-dose vitamin C has been touted by some as an effective alternative cancer treatment.
Thoracic aortic aneurysm
Disease | Updated on April 25, 2023
Learn about this serious condition in which the upper part of the body's main artery becomes weak and may rupture.
Spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD)
Disease | Updated on September 16, 2023
A torn blood vessel in the heart can cause a heart attack. Learn about the diagnosis and treatment of this medical emergency.
Supraventricular tachycardia
Disease | Updated on March 7, 2024
SVT is a heart rhythm disorder that causes a very fast or erratic heartbeat. The heart may beat more than 150 times a minute. Know the symptoms and when it's treated.
Aortic valve regurgitation
Disease | Updated on October 4, 2023
Learn more about the symptoms and treatment of this condition in which the heart's aortic valve doesn't close tightly.
Chest pain
Disease | Updated on March 3, 2023
Pain in the chest has many possible causes — and some of them are serious. Here's why it's so important to see your health care provider about chest pain.
Omega-6 fatty acids: Can they cause heart disease?
Answer | Updated on June 13, 2023
This essential fatty acid is found in certain foods and is recommended as part of a healthy diet.
VLDL cholesterol: Is it harmful?
Answer | Updated on June 17, 2022
Like LDL cholesterol, very-low-density lipoprotein (VLDL) cholesterol is considered a type of 'bad' cholesterol.
Eggs: Are they good or bad for my cholesterol?
Answer | Updated on March 7, 2024
Get the latest information about eggs, cholesterol and heart disease.
Video: Heart and circulatory system
Video | Updated on May 24, 2022
Watch this video to see how a healthy heart works.
Mayo Clinic Minute: What you need to know about polyps in your colon
Video | Updated on October 19, 2019
Got polyps? Find out why detecting, and removing, colon polyps is so important.
Quit-smoking products: Boost your chance of success
Article | Updated on April 8, 2022
Many quit-smoking products are available and using one or more can greatly increase your chance of success. Check out your options.
Mayo Clinic Minute: Will there be a Lyme disease vaccine for humans?
Video | Updated on November 18, 2022
Learn about Lyme disease and a Lyme disease vaccine that's being developed.
Asthma diet: Does what you eat make a difference?
Answer | Updated on December 7, 2023
Can what you eat affect your asthma? Learn how healthy eating habits may reduce asthma symptoms.
Wheezing
Symptom | Updated on January 11, 2018
Wheezing: Symptom — Overview covers definition, possible causes of this symptom.
Nonprescription laxatives for constipation: Use with caution
Article | Updated on January 26, 2024
Looking for a laxative to relieve constipation? Learn how different nonprescription medicines work and be aware of some risks.
Flu shot: Your best bet for avoiding influenza
Article | Updated on September 22, 2023
Get answers to your flu vaccine questions, including whether the vaccines are effective, what forms are available and what side effects you can expect.
Angina treatment: Stents, drugs, lifestyle changes — What's best?
Article | Updated on May 27, 2023
Confused about which angina treatment — stents, medicine or lifestyle changes — to choose? Find out more.
Choosing blood pressure medicines
Article | Updated on August 17, 2023
Get to know the options when it comes to treating high blood pressure.
Get the most out of home blood pressure monitoring
Article | Updated on July 23, 2024
Find out how to monitor blood pressure at home to reach target numbers.
Diuretics
Article | Updated on August 17, 2023
These medicines, sometimes called water pills, help remove extra fluid from the body. They're often used to lower blood pressure. Learn about the possible side effects.
Diabetic neuropathy: Can dietary supplements help?
Article | Updated on January 27, 2024
Along with a healthy diet, some vitamin and antioxidant products might play a role in preventing or slowing this common diabetes complication.
Anal itching
Disease | Updated on October 19, 2022
Learn about the causes, treatment and self-care tips for this common, sometimes embarrassing condition.
Pilonidal cyst
Disease | Updated on December 16, 2022
Learn about causes, symptoms and treatments of this painful condition that usually affects the skin above the tailbone in people who sit for long periods.
Skin cancer
Disease | Updated on December 6, 2022
Learn about skin cancer, including basal cell carcinoma, melanoma and squamous cell carcinoma. Find out about symptoms, treatments and ways to lower your risk.
How to heal cracked skin at thumb tip
Answer | Updated on January 26, 2024
Learn how to treat the tiny, painful cracks that can form on the thumb tip when your skin is very dry.
Petechiae
Symptom | Updated on May 26, 2023
Overview covers definition, possible causes of this skin symptom caused by bleeding of tiny blood vessels.
Eating and exercise: 5 tips to maximize your workouts
Article | Updated on December 21, 2023
Find out how your meals and snacks can affect your workouts.
Golf stretches for a more fluid swing
Article | Updated on August 24, 2023
Golf stretches help promote a more fluid golf swing. And that could boost your game.
Video: Bent-over row with resistance tubing
Video | Updated on February 14, 2023
The bent-over row targets the back of the shoulder. See how it's done.
Video: Squat with dumbbell
Video | Updated on February 14, 2023
The squat is an exercise that targets the leg muscles. See how it's done.
Video: Abdominal ball raise with fitness ball
Video | Updated on April 6, 2023
You can do many exercises with a fitness ball. See the abdominal ball raise.
Spinal cord tumor
Disease | Updated on November 14, 2020
Spinal cord tumors can cause serious problems such as pain and paralysis. Find out how more about management and treatment.
Broken toe
Disease | Updated on November 2, 2022
Pain when wearing shoes and difficulty walking can signal a broken toe — so see your health care provider to help it heal and ease pain.
Bulging disk vs. herniated disk: What's the difference?
Answer | Updated on March 12, 2024
Compared with a bulging disk, a herniated disk is more likely to cause pain because it protrudes farther and is more likely to compress nerve roots.
Occipital nerve stimulation: Effective migraine treatment?
Answer | Updated on August 2, 2019
Occipital nerve stimulation is a relatively new procedure to treat chronic headache disorders.
Early HIV symptoms: What are they?
Answer | Updated on January 11, 2023
Early signs of the disease can include fever, fatigue and swollen lymph glands. Learn more.
Migraines: Are they triggered by weather changes?
Answer | Updated on May 10, 2019
Migraines — Are they triggered by weather changes?
Bladder control: Medications for urinary problems
Article | Updated on September 20, 2023
If you've tried lifestyle changes and you still have bladder control problems, medication might help.
Cervical dystonia
Disease | Updated on September 3, 2021
This rare movement disorder causes neck muscles to contract involuntarily. This can make your head twist or turn into often painful positions.
Low sex drive in women
Disease | Updated on March 7, 2024
Many women have dips in sexual desire at some point. But you can get your sex drive back. Learn about the causes and treatments of lost libido in women.
Birth control: Can preejaculation fluid cause pregnancy?
Answer | Updated on August 18, 2023
This possible cause of pregnancy makes withdrawal a method of birth control you cannot rely on.
Delusional parasitosis
Article | Updated on April 9, 2024
Learn more about this condition and positive steps you can take to manage the symptoms.
Central sleep apnea
Disease | Updated on July 11, 2023
Find out how a mix-up in brain signals can affect your breathing during sleep, and learn how this breathing disorder can be treated.
Schizoid personality disorder
Disease | Updated on May 27, 2023
People with this mental health condition do not want to be with others. They stay away from social activities. They're limited in how they express emotions.
Dissociative disorders
Disease | Updated on August 31, 2023
These mental health conditions involve experiencing a loss of connection between thoughts, memories, surroundings, actions and identity.
Delayed sleep phase
Disease | Updated on September 21, 2023
Learn more about this sleep condition that causes a delay in usual sleep patterns.
Heart attack prevention: Should I avoid secondhand smoke?
Answer | Updated on March 29, 2024
It's possible that secondhand smoke can irritate the arteries and increase the risk of a heart attack.
Wrinkle creams: Your guide to younger looking skin
Article | Updated on August 1, 2023
Do over-the-counter products work? Learn more about whether peptides, retinols and other anti-wrinkle cream ingredients help improve your skin.
Insect bites and stings: First aid
FirstAid | Updated on April 10, 2024
How to administer first aid for insect bites or stings.
Sunburn: First aid
FirstAid | Updated on May 10, 2024
Learn how to give first aid and get relief from painful inflamed skin caused by too much sun.
Dyshidrosis
Disease | Updated on June 27, 2023
Learn about the symptoms, causes and treatment of this skin condition that causes painful, itchy little blisters on the hands and soles of the feet.
Jock itch
Disease | Updated on May 18, 2023
Learn more about this common, treatable fungal infection that causes an itchy rash in the groin and inner thighs.
Polymorphous light eruption
Disease | Updated on March 15, 2022
Learn more about the symptoms and treatments for this sun-induced skin rash that usually appears in spring or summer, and also after using tanning beds.
Vitiligo
Disease | Updated on November 10, 2022
Learn more about this condition in which your skin loses pigment cells, resulting in very light or white patches on parts of the body.
Weight loss: Choosing a diet that's right for you
Article | Updated on February 24, 2023
Weight loss is your goal, but which diet will help you get there? Get the skinny on evaluating diet plans.
GLP-1 agonists: Diabetes drugs and weight loss
Answer | Updated on June 29, 2022
Noninsulin drugs for diabetes improve blood sugar control and may also support weight loss.
Vitamin B-12 injections for weight loss: Do they work?
Answer | Updated on September 13, 2022
Vitamin B-12 injections — A weight-loss shot sounds appealing, but does it work?
Trigeminal neuralgia
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
A chronic pain condition affecting the trigeminal nerve in the face.
Vestibular schwannoma
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
A noncancerous tumor on the main nerve leading from the inner ear to the brain.
Granulomatosis with polyangiitis
Topic | Updated on August 18, 2023
A condition that causes inflammation of the blood vessels.
Constipation
Topic | Updated on July 24, 2024
Infrequent bowel movements, and small, hard-to-pass, stool.
Coma
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
A period of prolonged unconsciousness brought on by illness or injury.
Bradycardia
Topic | Updated on April 16, 2024
A slowed heartbeat. The heart beats less than 60 times a minute.
Hallucination
Topic | Updated on May 25, 2018
A perception of having seen, heard, touched, tasted, or smelled something that wasn't actually there.
Diplopia
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
Seeing two images of an object, also known as double vision.
Dissociation
Topic | Updated on May 25, 2018
Disconnection and lack of continuity between thoughts, memories, surroundings, actions, and identity.
Cyanosis
Topic | Updated on May 25, 2023
Blue or gray color of the skin, nails, lips, tongue or gums
Blister
Topic | Updated on September 23, 2023
An area of skin covered by a raised, fluid-filled bubble.
Crepitus
Topic | Updated on September 9, 2023
Crackling or grating sound caused by joint surfaces rubbing against each other.
Miosis
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
Contraction of the pupil, which can be temporary or permanent, depending on the cause.
Panic
Topic | Updated on May 24, 2018
A sudden episode of intense fear that triggers severe physical reactions when there is no real danger or apparent cause.
Desquamation
Topic | Updated on October 27, 2023
An unintended damage to and loss of the upper layer of skin.
Hypermobility
Topic | Updated on September 7, 2023
When one or more joints can move through a wider range of motion than is usual.
Serotonin syndrome
Topic | Updated on October 20, 2023
Potentially dangerous symptoms that can occur when antidepressants are taken with other medicines that also raise serotonin levels.
Nicotine withdrawal
Topic | Updated on March 13, 2024
Is the term for physical and mental symptoms that happen after stopping or lessening use of tobacco products.
Serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs)
Article | Updated on October 5, 2019
SNRIs help relieve depression. Some are also used for anxiety disorders or chronic pain, or they may work well for a combination of depression and pain.
7 signs and symptoms not to ignore
Article | Updated on April 26, 2022
Do your symptoms merit medical attention? From weight loss to flashes of light, know when to seek care.
Diabetes care: 10 ways to avoid complications
Article | Updated on November 15, 2023
Diabetes care is a lifelong responsibility. Consider 10 strategies to prevent diabetes complications.
STD testing: What's right for you?
Article | Updated on April 14, 2023
Find out how your risk factors affect the types of tests you'll need for sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
Mindfulness exercises
Article | Updated on October 11, 2022
Engaging with the world around you can lower your stress. Here's how to practice mindfulness meditation.
Antidepressants: Safe during pregnancy?
Article | Updated on December 5, 2023
Medicines often are important for treating depression while pregnant. Weigh the risks and benefits with your health care team.
How fit are you? See how you measure up
Article | Updated on January 18, 2024
Find your fitness level with these simple fitness tests.
Vegetarian diet: How to get the best nutrition
Article | Updated on March 1, 2023
A vegetarian diet can meet your nutritional needs if you make wise choices.
Artificial sweeteners and other sugar substitutes
Article | Updated on January 10, 2023
Get the facts on products that make food and drinks sweeter.
Home pregnancy tests: Can you trust the results?
Article | Updated on December 23, 2022
Wondering if you're pregnant? Know the pros and cons of home pregnancy testing.
Exercise: 7 benefits of regular physical activity
Article | Updated on August 26, 2023
Improve your heart health, mood, stamina and more with regular physical activity.
Gluten-free diet
Article | Updated on June 14, 2024
Learn about foods that are acceptable in a gluten-free diet and tips for selecting healthy, nutritional options.
Exercise for weight loss: Calories burned in 1 hour
Article | Updated on May 8, 2024
Trying to lose weight or at least not gain more? Find out how many calories are burned by an hour walking, swimming or biking.
Insomnia
Disease | Updated on January 16, 2024
This disorder can make it hard to fall asleep, hard to stay asleep or both, even though you have the chance for enough sleep. It can drain your energy.
Ectopic pregnancy
Disease | Updated on March 12, 2022
Ectopic pregnancy occurs outside the uterus, threatening the mother's life. It can't continue normally. But swift treatment can prevent deadly blood loss.
Low sperm count
Disease | Updated on December 17, 2022
Having a low sperm count can make conceiving a child difficult, but not necessarily impossible. Learn about possible causes and treatment.
Blood glucose monitors: What factors affect accuracy?
Answer | Updated on December 15, 2023
Consider these factors when measuring blood sugar levels with blood glucose monitors.
Heavy periods: Can folic acid help?
Answer | Updated on August 25, 2023
Heavy periods may cause iron deficiency anemia. Folic acid supplements can't treat that.
Intrauterine insemination (IUI)
TestProcedure | Updated on September 12, 2023
Learn more about how this infertility treatment is done and what to expect.
Robotic surgery
TestProcedure | Updated on April 13, 2024
Robotic systems can help surgeons increase precision, flexibility and control for many procedures. Learn about the advantages and availability of robot-assisted surgery.
Splenectomy
TestProcedure | Updated on July 12, 2022
The spleen helps you fight infection, but you can live without it if you have to. Learn about the risks and results of this surgery to remove the spleen.
Upper endoscopy
TestProcedure | Updated on July 2, 2024
In this simple procedure, a tiny camera is used to visually examine your upper digestive system. Find out what to expect.
Peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) line
TestProcedure | Updated on June 6, 2023
Find out what to expect during and after PICC line insertion. Learn about why it's done and potential PICC line complications.
Achilles tendinitis
Topic | Updated on September 27, 2023
An injury of the Achilles tendon, which joins the calf muscles to the heel bone.
Acute respiratory disease syndrome
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
Condition in which fluid collects in the lungs' air sacs, depriving organs of oxygen.
Adrenal insufficiency
Topic | Updated on April 28, 2023
A condition where the adrenal glands don't make enough of certain hormones.
Alcohol intoxication
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
A disturbance in behavior or mental acuity during or after alcohol consumption.
Anemia of chronic disease
Topic | Updated on August 18, 2023
Low red blood cells caused by certain chronic diseases.
Apraxia
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
Difficulty with skilled movements even when a person has the ability and desire to do them.
Behcet disease
Topic | Updated on July 27, 2023
A rare disorder causing swelling, also called inflammation, in blood vessels.
Broken nose
Topic | Updated on June 24, 2023
A broken bone in the nose. This is also called a nasal fracture.
Carcinoma
Topic | Updated on August 8, 2023
A cancer developing from cells that line the skin or inner organs, called epithelial cells.
Charley horse
Topic | Updated on July 29, 2023
A sudden, unexpected tightening of one or more muscles, often in the legs. A charley horse is another name for a muscle cramp.
Compartment syndrome
Topic | Updated on July 29, 2023
A condition caused by too much pressure in the tissue compartments that separate muscle groups.
Distal radius fracture
Topic | Updated on June 24, 2023
A common condition in which one of the long bones near the wrist breaks.
Esophageal varices
Topic | Updated on February 20, 2024
Irregular veins in the lower part of the tube running from the throat to the stomach, called the esophagus.
Frey's syndrome
Topic | Updated on February 28, 2023
Sweating and flushing of a patch of skin near one ear caused by eating.
Gastric dumping syndrome
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
Symptoms that occur when undigested stomach contents move into the small bowel.
Gastroparesis
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
A condition that affects the stomach muscles and prevents proper stomach emptying.
Gout
Topic | Updated on May 26, 2023
A form of arthritis that causes severe pain, swelling, redness and tenderness in joints.
Grand mal seizure
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
A seizure that involves a loss of consciousness and violent muscle contractions.
Hypogonadism
Topic | Updated on May 14, 2024
A condition in which the testes or ovaries don't work properly.
Laryngitis
Topic | Updated on January 13, 2023
An inflammation of the voice box, which is also known as the larynx. Overuse, irritation or infection can be the cause.
Lumbar spinal stenosis
Topic | Updated on June 27, 2024
A narrowing of the open spaces in the lower spine, known as the lumbar spine.
Myasthenia gravis
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
A weakness and rapid fatigue of muscles under voluntary control.
Olecranon bursitis
Topic | Updated on August 11, 2023
Inflammation or irritation of a small sac of fluid, known as the olecranon bursa, on the tip of the elbow.
Onchocerciasis
Topic | Updated on March 19, 2024
An infection of the skin and eyes also known as river blindness and caused by a parasite called a filarial worm.
Pancreatic cancer
Topic | Updated on September 8, 2023
Cancer that begins in the organ lying behind the lower part of the stomach, called the pancreas.
Parkinson's disease
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
A disorder of the nervous system that affects movement, often including tremor.
Pityriasis rosea
Topic | Updated on September 22, 2023
A skin rash that usually begins as a large spot on the chest, belly, or back.
Pleural effusion
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
A buildup of fluid between the tissues that line the lungs and the chest.
Pneumocystis pneumonia
Topic | Updated on June 13, 2017
A serious lung infection caused by the fungus Pneumocystis jiroveci.
Poliomyelitis
Topic | Updated on June 20, 2024
An illness caused by a virus that affects nerves and often can be prevented with a vaccine.
Pulmonary edema
Topic | Updated on June 25, 2024
A buildup of fluid in the lungs that can be life-threatening.
Rabies
Topic | Updated on March 9, 2024
A serious illness caused by a virus spread in the saliva of infected animals.
Rhinitis
Topic | Updated on April 9, 2024
Repeated sneezing or a stuffy, drippy nose, either from an allergy or from no known cause.
Scurvy
Topic | Updated on August 30, 2023
A condition caused by a severe lack of vitamin C in the diet.
Spinal disk herniation
Topic | Updated on October 24, 2023
A condition that affects the rubbery disks between the bones that stack to make the spine.
Tonsillolith
Topic | Updated on May 16, 2023
A hard lump that develops in the fleshy pads, also known as tonsils, at the back of the throat.
Acute myelogenous leukemia
Disease | Updated on September 21, 2022
Learn about this cancer that forms in the bone and bone marrow. Treatments include medications and bone marrow transplant.
Anorgasmia in women
Disease | Updated on February 29, 2024
Anorgasmia is regular difficulty having an orgasm after plenty of sexual stimulation. It affects many women, causing distress.
Jet lag disorder
Disease | Updated on November 19, 2022
Jetting across time zones can take a toll on your body's internal clock. Find out how to cope with fatigue and other symptoms while traveling.
Bipolar treatment: Are bipolar I and bipolar II treated differently?
Answer | Updated on February 14, 2018
Bipolar I and bipolar II are different disorders, but treatment is similar.
Fatigue
Symptom | Updated on February 11, 2023
Many conditions and lifestyle factors can cause this common symptom.
Video: How CPAP controls sleep apnea
Video | Updated on May 21, 2019
See how CPAP can keep you breathing easy if you have sleep apnea.
Mayo Clinic Minute: What is integrative health and how can it help?
Video | Updated on July 20, 2019
Mayo Clinic doctor talks about the integrative medicine approach to controlling pain and other symptoms.
Cancer blood tests: Lab tests used in cancer diagnosis
Article | Updated on March 10, 2022
Blood tests used to help diagnose cancer include CBC and tumor marker tests. Other tests and procedures are needed to confirm a cancer diagnosis.
Intussusception
Disease | Updated on January 5, 2023
This rare but serious disorder occurs when one part of the intestine slides into another part, like a collapsible telescope.
Nasal and paranasal tumors
Disease | Updated on October 24, 2023
Learn about these cancerous and noncancerous growths that form in and around the nose. Treatments include surgery, radiation and chemotherapy.
Rectal cancer
Disease | Updated on May 17, 2024
Learn about the symptoms, causes and prevention of this cancer that starts in the rectum. Treatments include surgery, radiation therapy and chemotherapy.
Back pain
Disease | Updated on February 18, 2023
Back pain is one of the most common reasons people seek medical help. Home treatment and proper body mechanics often will heal your back within a few weeks.
Bile reflux
Disease | Updated on January 6, 2022
This digestive problem tends to develop in people who've had stomach surgery and sometimes contributes to gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
Shingles treatment: Does alcohol use affect therapy?
Answer | Updated on June 30, 2023
Generally, it's best to avoid alcohol during the course of shingles treatment.
Cervical cysts: Can they be cancerous?
Answer | Updated on January 29, 2022
Cervical cysts usually aren't cancerous. Some types of cervical cysts are so common that they're considered a normal feature of cervical anatomy.
Stereotactic radiosurgery
TestProcedure | Updated on April 27, 2019
Stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) uses radiation beams to treat tumors in all parts of the body. Learn what to expect before, during and after this incision-free procedure.
Vaginal hysterectomy
TestProcedure | Updated on February 10, 2023
Vaginal hysterectomy is a procedure to remove the uterus through an incision in the vagina to treat certain gynecological conditions.
Creatinine test
TestProcedure | Updated on February 9, 2023
Creatinine test — Overview covers definition, preparation, results of this common blood test.
Hemodialysis
TestProcedure | Updated on August 5, 2023
Learn about hemodialysis and the risks and benefits of this procedure to treat kidney failure.
Preemptive kidney transplant
TestProcedure | Updated on May 14, 2024
Find out more about preemptive kidney transplant – an alternative to dialysis for treatment of end-stage kidney disease – and what to expect.
Atrial flutter ablation
TestProcedure | Updated on April 5, 2024
This treatment uses heat energy to treat a rapid, fluttering heartbeat. Know why and when it's done.
Percutaneous nephrolithotomy
TestProcedure | Updated on April 26, 2022
Percutaneous nephrolithotomy is a procedure for removing large kidney stones. Learn how it's done.
Carotid angioplasty and stenting
TestProcedure | Updated on July 30, 2022
This procedure opens a clogged artery to restore blood flow to the brain — and saves you from a stroke.
Breast lump or breast changes: Early evaluation is essential
Article | Updated on December 3, 2022
Find out how a breast lump or breast change is evaluated for breast cancer.
Water retention: Relieve this premenstrual symptom
Article | Updated on December 3, 2022
Find out what's behind premenstrual water retention and what treatments might lessen discomfort.
Breast cancer chemoprevention: Drugs that reduce risk
Article | Updated on October 28, 2023
Learn about the drugs that can help prevent breast cancer in people at high risk.
Labor and delivery: Pain medications
Article | Updated on June 11, 2022
Understand the pros and cons of various labor and delivery pain medications.
Biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch (BPD/DS)
TestProcedure | Updated on June 25, 2022
Learn about a two-part weight-loss procedure that involves making the stomach smaller and reconnecting parts of the small intestine
C-reactive protein test
TestProcedure | Updated on December 22, 2022
This simple blood test measures inflammation in the body. The results help diagnose infection and, sometimes, predict the risk of heart attack.
Precision medicine for breast cancer
TestProcedure | Updated on July 11, 2024
Learn how genetic testing can help customize your cancer treatment plan. Precision medicine is improving breast cancer diagnosis, treatment and prevention.
Face transplant
TestProcedure | Updated on January 11, 2024
Learn about this complex surgery that uses donor tissue to replace all or part of a person's face.
Glucose tolerance test
TestProcedure | Updated on May 3, 2024
These simple blood tests are performed to screen for diabetes. Your healthcare professional may suggest one or more of these tests depending on your risk factors.
Hand transplant
TestProcedure | Updated on May 11, 2022
Find out what's involved in this surgery in which someone with an amputation receives one or two hands from a donor.
Laser hair removal
TestProcedure | Updated on March 13, 2024
Laser hair removal uses a concentrated beam of light to reduce unwanted hair long term.
Mastectomy
TestProcedure | Updated on November 3, 2023
Learn about this operation to remove the breast tissue from one or both breasts. Find out about risks, results and what you can expect.
Pregnancy exercises
Article | Updated on August 15, 2023
Learn exercises that can improve your core strength and muscle tone during pregnancy.
Tuberculosis
Disease | Updated on March 22, 2023
Learn about the prevention and treatment of this disease that causes serious illness around the world.
Toxic shock syndrome
Disease | Updated on March 23, 2022
Toxic shock syndrome is a rare, potentially fatal complication of certain types of bacterial infections. Learn about symptoms, risk factors and treatment.