Diseases and Conditions

If you or a loved one is deaf, partially deaf, or has trouble understanding speech, a cochlear implant may help. This electronic device is designed to bypass damaged parts of [...]

Tay-Sachs disease is a rare, fatal genetic disorder that primarily affects infants. Most commonly diagnosed around 6 months of age, this disease currently has no cure. [...]

Urinary incontinence is a common problem that affects millions of Americans, particularly women. If you accidentally leak urine, you're not alone. In this article, [...]

Pompe disease, also known as GAA deficiency or type II glycogen storage disease (GSD), is a rare genetic disorder that affects the body's ability to break down a complex [...]

HER2-positive breast cancer is a type of breast cancer where the cancer cells have too many HER2 (human epidermal growth factor receptor 2) proteins on their surface. In [...]

Rett syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that primarily affects girls. It can impact a child's ability to speak, walk, eat, and breathe easily. Parents or doctors [...]

Campylobacteriosis is a common bacterial infection that affects the digestive system. It is caused by bacteria called campylobacter, which can be found in contaminated food [...]

Endocarditis is a serious infection of the inner lining of your heart and heart valves, known as the endocardium. This infection occurs when bacteria from other parts of your [...]

When you're facing a serious medical problem, you may find yourself at the emergency room (ER). While there, you'll need to answer questions about your medical [...]

Cellulitis is a common bacterial infection that affects the skin and the soft tissues underneath. If left untreated, it can become a serious health concern. In this article, [...]