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Tuberculosis

Tuberculosis is an infection caused by bacteria. Tuberculosis usually affects the lungs. But it can also affect your joints, kidneys,… This could include: Babies and young children People with chronic conditions such as diabetes People with HIV/AIDS Recipients of organ transplants Cancer patients going through chemotherapy How is tuberculosis diagnosed? The…

Abdominal Ultrasound

An abdominal ultrasound is an imaging test that allows a doctor to look inside your abdomen (belly)… your doctor may order this test include: To locate the cause of a kidney infection To diagnose and track tumor growth and cancer To diagnose or treat fluid…

Urinary Tract Infection

Learn about the symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment, prevention and complications of urinary tract infections (sometimes called UTIs or bladder… a bladder infection). However, painful urination can occur even if you don’t have an infection. Certain drugs, like some used in cancer chemotherapy, may inflame the…

Smoking Cessation in Recovering Alcoholics

Quitting smoking can be especially difficult for recovering alcoholics. There are a number of methods that your doctor can educate… diseases than from alcohol-related problems. In fact, recovering alcoholics who smoke are more likely to get heart disease, lung disease, and cancers of the head,…

Diverticular disease is a group of conditions (diverticulosis, diverticulitis and diverticular bleeding) that affect your large intestine (colon).

Diverticular Disease (Diverticulitis)

Diverticular Disease is a group of conditions that affect your large intestine (colon)… your doctor What lifestyle changes can I make to prevent diverticular disease from getting worse? Is diverticular disease a sign of colon cancer or another health condition? Does having diverticular disease put me at…

Bladder Stones

Bladder stones are small crystals that form in your urine. They are hard and become trapped in your bladder. They… treat the cause of your bladder stones. For example, if your doctor finds a tumor in your bladder, they will check for cancer. The current…

Sex: Making the Right Decision

Advice for teens and young adults on the safety and health concerns involved in deciding to engage in sexual… The decision to engage in sexual activity or behavior as a teen or young adult can be a confusing one. Sexual activity includes vaginal (penetration…

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Circumcision

Circumcision is a procedure where the foreskin (the skin that covers the tip of the penis) is removed. It’s usually… Circumcision is a procedure where the foreskin (the skin that covers the tip of the penis) is removed. Circumcision isn’t required. If parents choose this…

Common Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are infections spread by sexual contact… Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are infections spread by sexual contact. These infections are usually passed from person to person through vaginal intercourse. However, they also can be passed through anal sex, oral sex, or skin-to-skin…

Anemia

Anemia is the most common blood disorder in the U.S. It affects your red blood cells and hemoglobin. Most people… What is anemia? Anemia is the most common blood disorder in the United States. It affects your red blood cells and hemoglobin. Hemoglobin is…

Prostatitis

Prostatitis is an inflammation of the prostate gland that happens when the tissue becomes swollen an irritated… What is prostatitis? The prostate is a gland that is part of the male reproductive system. It’s about the size of a walnut and helps in sperm…

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Vitiligo

Vitiligo is a skin-coloring disorder. It produces white patches on your skin. It mostly occurs in areas of the skin… What is vitiligo? Vitiligo is a skin-coloring disorder. It produces white patches on your skin. It mostly occurs in areas that are exposed to…

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Sleep Apnea

Sleep apnea is a serious sleep disorder that can cause you to stop breathing multiple times while you sleep… What is sleep apnea? Sleep apnea is a serious sleep disorder. People who have sleep apnea stop breathing for 10 to 30 seconds at a…

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Talking to Your Kids About Sex

Talking with your child about sex can help them navigate this part of growing up and make your home a… Talking to your child about sex doesn't have to be difficult (or embarrassing). Have the conversation early and often. Your home will become a safe…

Sexuality in Older Adults

As you age, it doesn’t mean that you suddenly lose interest in sex. It’s common for people to remain sexually… As you age, it doesn’t mean that you suddenly lose interest in sex. It’s common for people to remain sexually active throughout their lives…

Emergency Contraception

Emergency contraception is a method of preventing pregnancy if used within a short period of time after having sex… Emergency contraception is a form of birth control. It can help prevent pregnancy if used within 5 days of having unprotected sex. If you are pregnant,…

Fifth Disease

Fifth disease is a mild viral infection that causes a bright red rash on the face. It also has cold-like… What is fifth disease? Fifth disease is a mild viral infection caused by human parvovirus B19. It’s more common in children than adults. The…

Endometriosis

Endometriosis is when the lining of the uterus grows outside of the uterus. It can be treated with medicine and… What is endometriosis? Endometriosis is a medical condition in which the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus in the belly. Symptoms of…

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