Health Conditions

Damage to your liver can cause it to scar, reducing function and eventually leading to a condition known as cirrhosis of the liver. Here's what you should know.

Nail fungus (onychomycosis) is responsible for at least half of all nail diseases. Learn about the causes, symptoms, treatments, and prevention of nail fungus.

After an emergency recall that occurred just last month, the FDA has now recalled two more brands of eye drops. Here's everything you need to know.

If left untreated, tonsil stones may bring about tooth decay, tonsil inflammation, and even infection. Here's what you need to know about this condition.

If you have a loved one currently going through chemotherapy this winter season, here's a list of both thoughtful and practical gift ideas.

Nearly 1 million people live with multiple sclerosis (MS) in the United States. Here's a look at the causes and symptoms of this disease, as well as treatments.

Hypoglycemia can occur for various reasons. Here's what you need to know about the condition, how to help prevent it, and when to see a doctor.

Bloating is quite common. For those who experience the discomfort of abdominal distension, there are some at-home remedies to help alleviate symptoms.

What goes on in the gut can influence the neurotransmitters in the brain and vice versa. Could altering the gut microbiome be a way to ease MS?

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.

Ingrown hairs are common and usually harmless, but they can lead to complications. People with curly hair are more likely to experience ingrown hairs.

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.

It's not uncommon for individuals with lupus to also develop skin rashes. The question is: How exactly does having lupus impact someone's skin?

BiPAP therapy is often prescribed to people with obstructive sleep apnea, a disorder in which the throat collapses and blocks a person's airway during sleep.

Most commonly seen in breastfeeding parents, mastitis is an inflammation of the breast that can be painful and inconvenient. Read on to learn more.

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.

Do you always get headaches in the afternoon? In order to eliminate your afternoon headaches for good, you have to determine your triggers.

Studies show that workaholism creates stress, resulting in lost productivity and serious health problems. Here's how workaholism can take a toll on your health.

Diabetes is commonly associated with complications such as kidney problems and heart disease. It can also impact your joints. Here's why.

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.

There are several things that can cause stiff knees. Luckily, however, there are measures you can take at home to help with knee stiffness.

COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) and lung cancer are two different diseases that affect the lungs, but they are closely related in several ways.

Singer/choreographer Paula Abdul says she has the autoimmune disorder lupus. Here's what we know about this condition and how it has affected Abdul.

Glaucoma is an eye condition that can potentially lead to vision loss. Here are the different types of glaucoma as well as how they're treated.

While many who have taken Ozempic for weight loss are experiencing impressive results, some are reporting "Ozempic face" as a side effect of the drug.

After having a baby, your bladder control may not be as strong as it was pre-pregnancy. Here's why postpartum incontinence is so common.