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Hemochromatosis
This liver disorder causes your body to absorb too much iron from the foods you eat. Learn about symptoms, causes and treatment for this condition that usually runs in families.
Vaginal hysterectomy
Vaginal hysterectomy is a procedure to remove the uterus through an incision in the vagina to treat certain gynecological conditions.
Hemorrhoids during pregnancy: What's the best treatment?
Know how to relieve painful, swollen veins in the anus and rectum during pregnancy.
Bee sting
Learn more about symptoms, treatment, self-care tips and prevention of bee stings, which in some people cause severe allergic reaction.
Athlete's foot
Learn about the causes, symptoms, prevention and treatment of this common fungal skin infection.
Masculinizing hormone therapy
Find out more about masculinizing hormonal treatment used to better align the body with a person's gender identity.
Radiation therapy
Radiation therapy is a common means of treating many types of cancer. Find out what to expect during your radiation therapy treatment.
Truncus arteriosus
Learn more about this congenital heart defect that makes it difficult for the heart to pump the right amount of blood to the lungs and the body.
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
Polycystic ovaries, hormone imbalance and irregular periods are telltale signs and symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome. Find out about treatments.
Sleep terrors (night terrors)
These are times of screaming or crying, intense fear, and sometimes waving arms and legs during sleep. The person often sits up in bed, looking scared.
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