Diseases and Conditions

A blood transfusion is a medical procedure that involves adding blood to your body after an illness or injury. If your body is missing one or more components of healthy [...]

Peripheral neuropathy is a condition that occurs when the nerves that carry messages between the brain, spinal cord, and the rest of the body become damaged or diseased. [...]

Arachnoiditis is a painful disorder that occurs when the arachnoid, one of the protective membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord, becomes inflamed. This inflammation [...]

Pressure sores, also known as bedsores or pressure ulcers, are painful skin injuries that develop when a person lies or sits in one position for too long. The prolonged [...]

An umbilical hernia is a common condition that occurs when part of the intestines protrudes through a weak spot in the abdominal muscles near the belly button. This condition [...]

Eisenmenger syndrome is a rare heart condition that occurs due to a congenital heart defect present at birth. This defect affects the way blood flows through the heart, [...]

Endocrine disorders are conditions that affect the body's endocrine system, a network of glands that produce and release hormones. These hormones help control many [...]

About 15% of women with breast cancer have a family history of the disease. Having a close relative, such as a mother, sister, or daughter, with breast cancer doubles your [...]

Black widow spiders are venomous arachnids found in the United States. While their bites can be dangerous, especially to young children and older adults, most people who are [...]

Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) is a rare autoimmune disorder that can cause blood clots to form in your blood vessels. This can lead to various health problems, including [...]