Treatment and Diagnosis

Diagnosis Doctors usually spot polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) by looking at symptoms, running physical exams, checking lab tests, and sometimes using imaging. You can’t confirm PCOS…

Bacterial vaginosis—usually called BV—is a common vaginal infection that shows up when the normal balance of bacteria in the vagina gets thrown off. You might notice…

Diagnosis Doctors or dentists usually spot canker sores—also called aphthous ulcers or mouth ulcers—just by looking during a regular exam. Lab tests? Most of the time,…

Diagnosis Airway Imaging Doctors often order imaging tests to check out your nose, throat, and airway. They might use X-rays, CT scans, or MRIs. These images…

Diagnosis Methods for Checking Doctors have a few ways to figure out if someone has hypotension. They usually start by asking about symptoms—things like dizziness, lightheadedness,…

Diagnosis When a woman worries about her sex drive dropping, she usually turns to a healthcare provider, often a gynecologist. The provider asks open questions about…

Diagnosis If you’re hearing ringing, buzzing, or clicking in your ears, figuring out what’s going on matters. Most doctors start by asking about your medical history…

Diagnosis You can’t confirm irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) with just one test. Doctors take it step by step to figure it out. They usually start by…

Cold sores show up as small, painful blisters around your lips and mouth. A common virus triggers these sores, and honestly, just about anyone can get…

Diagnosis Doctors usually start by checking your scalp and hair closely. They’ll ask about your health, what you eat, if baldness runs in your family, and…