Type 2 diabetes is a chronic condition characterized by insulin resistance. It is the most common form of diabetes, accounting for almost 90% of all cases.
Nail fungus (onychomycosis) is responsible for at least half of all nail diseases. Learn about the causes, symptoms, treatments, and prevention of nail fungus.
The recommended age for colon cancer screening has recently been lowered to 45, but some folks should get screened earlier. Here's what you need to know.
An ingrown hair occurs when a hair becomes trapped beneath the skin's surface, causing the hair to grow back into the skin. Can they go away on their own?
Bloating can be uncomfortable and may interfere with daily activities. In some cases, abdominal distension can indicate a more serious underlying condition.
One out of every 10 people in the United States has diabetes, and most of those people have type 2 diabetes. Obesity can contribute to its development.
While Crohn's disease primarily affects the digestive system and small intestine, it turns out it can also significantly affect bone health. Here's why.
COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) and lung cancer are two different diseases that affect the lungs, but they are closely related in several ways.
Multiple sclerosis is a neurological disease with no clear known cause, but there are many potential risk factors and triggers -- some of which are less common.
Diagnosing Crohn's disease can be a little challenging. Here's how to go about ruling out other conditions, getting a diagnosis, and pursuing treatment.
A urinary tract infection, or UTI, is an unpleasant and often uncomfortable infection that impacts the urinary tract. Here's how it can affect quality of life.