Symptoms and Causes

Understanding Umbilical Hernias An umbilical hernia happens when a part of the intestine pushes through a weak spot in the abdominal muscles near the belly button….

Overview Neck spondylosis affects many older adults. This condition happens when the disks in your neck wear down over time. As you age, these disks lose…

What Is Myofascial Pain Syndrome? Myofascial pain syndrome is a chronic condition that affects muscles and their surrounding fascia. The condition centers around sensitive areas called…

Overview Diabetes insipidus is a rare disorder that disrupts the body’s fluid balance, causing excessive urination and intense thirst. This condition has two alternative medical names:…

Overview Hives, or urticaria, appear as itchy welts on the skin. These welts vary in size from tiny dots to large patches. Many things can trigger…

Overview Thumb arthritis affects the carpometacarpal (CMC) joint at the base of the thumb. This condition typically develops with age as cartilage deteriorates between the connecting…

Overview Giant cell arteritis causes inflammation in the lining of arteries. It most commonly affects those in the head, particularly in the temples. This condition is…

Overview Sexual desire naturally changes throughout a woman’s life. These changes often happen with relationship milestones or major life events. Starting or ending a relationship can…

What Is A Goiter? A goiter happens when your thyroid gland grows larger than normal. The thyroid sits at the base of your neck, just below…

Overview Phenylketonuria (PKU) is a rare genetic disorder. It prevents the body from properly breaking down an amino acid called phenylalanine. This happens because of a…