Symptoms and Causes

Overview Miscarriage refers to the loss of a pregnancy before the 20th week. This affects approximately 10% to 20% of known pregnancies. However, the true number…

Overview Kidney stones are hard deposits of minerals and salts that develop inside the kidneys. These formations can travel through the urinary tract, from the kidneys…

Overview Appendicitis is the inflammation of the appendix, a small pouch attached to the colon in the lower right abdomen. This condition usually causes pain that…

Overview Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition marked by significant mood swings between emotional highs and lows. These shifts can greatly impact daily functioning and…

Overview Diverticulitis occurs when small pouches (diverticula) that form in the wall of the large intestine become inflamed. While diverticula themselves are common, especially in people…

Diabetes is a health condition that affects how the body manages glucose (blood sugar). Glucose provides essential energy for muscles, tissues, and the brain. Diabetes makes…

What is PCOS? PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) is a hormone disorder. It affects people during their childbearing years. When someone has PCOS, their body produces higher…

Overview Hemorrhoids, sometimes called piles, are enlarged veins in the anus and lower rectum area. They’re similar to varicose veins that can appear elsewhere in the…

Overview COVID-19 is a disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. The virus primarily transmits through airborne droplets when infected people are in close proximity to others….

Crohn’s disease is a chronic inflammatory bowel condition that affects the digestive tract. Today, more than half a million Americans live with this condition, which can…