Treatment and Diagnosis

Diagnosis Medical Examinations and Imaging When someone might be having a stroke, health professionals jump into action. They quickly check the person’s symptoms and medical history….

Diagnosis Doctors use several steps to find out if someone has gangrene. They often start with blood tests to look for high white blood cell counts,…

Diagnosis Healthcare professionals begin by gathering information about the person’s symptoms, past health, and possible reactions to peanuts or foods containing them. This first step helps…

Diagnosis Doctors diagnose arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) in the brain by thoroughly reviewing symptoms, such as headaches, seizures, muscle weakness, confusion, or other neurological problems. A healthcare…

Diagnosis Screening and Evaluation Healthcare providers look at the ankle joint for any swelling, deformity, or bruising. They often check where the ankle is sore to…

Diagnosis Diagnosing measles involves a combination of reviewing symptoms, discussing recent exposure history, and running specific tests when needed. Health care providers typically begin by asking…

Diagnosis Dehydration happens when the body loses more fluids than it takes in. This causes a drop in the amount of water and minerals the body…

Overview Giardia infection is a common cause of intestinal illness caused by the protozoan parasite known as Giardia lamblia (also called Giardia intestinalis). This parasite spreads…

Overview Valley fever, also known as coccidioidomycosis, is an infection caused by a fungus called Coccidioides. This fungus is present in soil, particularly in dry, dusty…

Overview An umbilical hernia occurs when part of the intestine or fat pushes through a weak spot near the belly button. This is most common in…