Health Conditions

Anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder that can cause life-threatening complications. Here's everything you need to know about the disorder.

Although both are caused by problems in the thyroid and have many similar symptoms, thyroid eye disease (TED) and Graves' disease are quite different.

Washing your hands frequently, getting manicures, or having curved fingernails can lead to an ingrown fingernail, which can eventually become uncomfortable.

The current outbreak of monkeypox is unusual. Might the World Health Organization declare it a public health emergency of international concern?

With dozens of monkeypox cases now documented in the United States, there is growing concern about how it can be transmitted. Is it airborne?

Telehealth has increased dramatically since the start of the pandemic. And one group of patients who may greatly benefit are those with advanced cancer.

The World Health Organization (WHO) announced that it plans to rename monkeypox due to concerns that the name is stigmatizing. Here is what you should know.

Approximately 1% to 5% of the general population struggles to visualize scenes, objects, or people in their minds using their imagination.

People with prediabetes are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes, but the good news is they can reverse the condition with lifestyle changes such as exercise.

Blood clots are the body's way of stopping bleeding, but when they form inappropriately, they can be life-threatening. Here's how to prevent this after surgery.

Exercise and a healthy diet can stave off complications of diabetes. Now research suggests there may be another way to keep blood sugar balanced -- whey powder.

Are you having an aching sensation that you think may be due to a hernia? Understanding hernias can help you determine if this is the cause of your discomfort.

Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis both tend to show several similarities in their symptoms. So how exactly does each differ? Well, one is not curable.

For those with gout, diet is a huge part of managing the condition and minimizing painful attacks. Here are some foods to eat, and some to avoid.

Research indicates a link between hearing loss and increased risk of dementia in the elderly. Could getting cochlear implants help reduce your chances?

Unhealthy lifestyles that include poor dietary habits and insufficient physical activity increase the risk of cardiovascular problems in all age groups.

Contrary to popular belief, weight gain is not always necessarily due to bad eating or lack of exercise. Here is what could cause unexpected weight gain.

Insulin is a hormone that manages blood sugar, but just because blood sugar levels are normal doesn't mean that the same is true for insulin levels.

Rosacea is a chronic condition that causes your face to redden. When it affects the eyes, independently or in addition to the skin, it is called ocular rosacea.

Signs of stomach cancer can be so vague that they don't really raise any suspicion. That's why it's important to be aware of common warning signs.

Pulmonary hypertension is a type of high blood pressure that occurs in the lungs. Does this mean that it can lead to difficulty breathing? Here's what to know.

The best way to check for a fever is by using a thermometer, but there are so many different kinds out there, you may have a difficult time choosing one.

We all know hypertension can have a lot of nasty effects on our health, but can it cause red eyes? Here's what to know about how hypertension affects your eyes.

Sometimes, if a urinary tract infection is untreated, it can progress to a more serious condition called urosepsis, which can cause difficulty breathing.

In 2003, Shania Twain was bit by a tick while horseback riding in Virginia and contracted the bacterial infection known as Lyme disease.

What you think you know about fiber and IBD may not be accurate.

Diabetes is a common condition amongst many Americans. Fortunately, by eating these fruits and vegetables, you can manage the condition well.