For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
Most people get numb toes once in awhile, from wearing tight shoes or sitting or standing for extended periods of time. Persistent big toe numbness may be related to injury, nerve damage or poor circulation.
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You can learn a lot about your general health and wellness just by paying attention to the state of your poop.
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A contrast dye is sometimes injected into a vein during an MRI to improve the ability to see certain structures. All dyes used for MRIs contain a metal called gadolinium. These dyes -- called gadolinium-based contrast agents -- are generally very safe, but side effects are possible.
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Pescatarians eat a diet similar to vegetarians. The main difference is that they choose to also consume fish and shellfish. Here's what else they eat.
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You may wonder if it's safe to pop a cold sore, but doing so can cause more pain, risk the spread of the infection, and does not speed overall healing. Instead, there are other ways you can speed up the healing process.
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Swelling in the legs and feet, also known as edema, can be triggered by a variety of situations or conditions that cause excess fluid to get trapped in the tissues. While medical management is essential, most of this swelling can also be improved by home measures.
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Ligament sprains occur when your finger joints are overstretched. See your doctor if you injure your finger, even if it appears to be a minor injury. Ligaments can tear and may be accompanied by a bone fracture. Treatment for these injuries depends on the extent of damage.
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May is Skin Cancer (and Melanoma) Awareness Month — read on to learn some vital information about preventing skin cancer and keeping your skin youthful, beautiful and healthy.
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Flight attendants are at an increased risk for several types of cancers — and radiation exposure (from outer space) along with what's known as circadian rhythm disruption (from red-eye shifts and constant jet lag) have been cited as potential causes for the prevalence of cancer.
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Actress Kate Walsh revealed that she was diagnosed with a brain tumor in 2015 - read about the symptoms that raised a red flag.
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Are you the proud owner of a curved penis? You might be at a higher risk of developing several types of cancer.
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You don't have to rely on the treadmill for all (or any!) of your cardio workouts. Here are a few fun alternatives to running.
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Sinus drainage occurs when excess mucus drains down the back of the throat. This post-nasal drip tends to trigger coughing, and contributes to the misery of allergy and cold symptoms.
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Playing a 90-minute game of soccer is an intense experience, and affects your whole body, from your brain to your feet. Playing the sport provides cardiovascular and muscular fitness. The bulk of the work is done by your legs, but you use many other muscles as well.
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Standing for several hours a day puts strain on your legs and feet, and can lead to complications from overuse. In addition, standing for long periods of time, especially in poor fitting shoes, can aggravate pain caused by corn, callouses or foot deformities.
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Various ligaments and bones, different types of cartilage, and the iliotibial band are located in and around the knee. A number of problems with these structures can lead to pain on the outside of the knee. Treatment depends on the underlying cause.
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Waking up with a swollen eyelid can be disturbing and uncomfortable, but with treatment, the problem can be alleviated. It may be as simple as a warm compress or you may need antibiotics.
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Communicable diseases are caused by germs passed from one person to another. Viruses or bacteria are the most common germs causing communicable diseases. The common cold, strep throat, gastroenteritis and herpes infections are among the most common communicable diseases.
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Allergies to food can be scary and should be taken seriously. Here are 10 surprising truths about food allergies that you need to know.
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It might seem like a simple task to list the most common diseases -- but it's not, for a variety of reasons. First and foremost, there is no national or global tracking system for enumerating the occurrence of most diseases.
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