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Broken ankle
A simple misstep or twisting injury can cause bone fractures. Treatment depends on the exact site of injury and its severity.
Broken arm
Treatment depends on the site and severity of the injury. Simple breaks might be treated with a sling and ice. Complicated fractures may require surgery.
Broken collarbone
This common injury is usually the result of falling, playing sports or being in a traffic accident.
Broken foot
This injury is painful but rarely needs surgery for repair. Healing can take weeks to months.
Broken nose
A broken nose can cause pain, swelling and bruising around your nose and eyes. Surgery usually isn't necessary.
Broken wrist
The most common type of wrist fracture occurs when people try to catch themselves during a fall and land hard on an outstretched hand.
Brominated vegetable oil: Why is BVO in my drink?
Brominated vegetable oil (BVO) is banned from use in food in many countries, so why is it still being used in some soft drinks sold in the U.S.?
Brugada syndrome
Learn about the symptoms, causes and treatments for this heart rhythm condition that is sometimes inherited.
Bruise: First aid
How to administer first aid for a bruise.
Bulging disk vs. herniated disk: What's the difference?
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.
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