If you've never undergone a colonic, here's what you can expect before, during, and after the procedure, as well as the potential risks and alternatives.
In an interview with Health Digest, Dr. Kenneth Brown, a renowned gastroenterologist in Plano, Texas, gives us his take on the safety of colon cleanses.
In an interview with Health Digest, Dr. Kellie K. Middleton, an orthopaedic surgeon, explains what patients can expect after shoulder replacement surgery.
In order to get perfect vision, many opt for a solution like LASIK or PRK. To decide which procedure to go with, it's best to have all the information on hand.
There are two different types of appendicitis - chronic and acute. Here is the difference between the two as well as how they are diagnosed and treated.
As we age, some people begin to notice extra hair in the ears. While the desire to be rid of these unsightly hairs is understandable, is it safe to wax them?
Increased lower belly fat may cause the appearance of a prominent bulge, commonly referred to as FUPA (fat upper pubic area). Here's how to get rid of it.
Cupping therapy is an ancient practice with many benefits. After a session, you will often be left with marks on your body. Here's how long they take to fade.
A DEXA scan, which stands for dual energy X-ray absorptiometry, allows doctors to measure the density of your bones. Here's what to expect during a DEXA scan.
To know what to expect during a knee arthroscopy, Health Digest spoke with Dr. Kevin R. Stone, orthopaedic surgeon at The Stone Clinic in San Francisco.
An epidural is commonly used for labor pains as well as during certain surgical procedures. But there are some unexpected side effects you should be aware of.
People with gallstones may require a cholecystectomy. But to know what to expect after a cholecystectomy, Health Digest spoke to general surgeon Dr. Jose Lopez.
In an exclusive interview with Health Digest, heart specialist Dr. Issac George discusses what to expect after undergoing coronary artery bypass surgery.
Ozzy Osbourne recently announced he will no longer be able to tour. Here's what to know about the revolutionary spinal treatment he tried to keep him going.
To get a good idea of what's involved in hip replacement surgery and what to expect after, Health Digest spoke with hip and knee surgeon Dr. Daniel T. Kuesis.
Vannessa Cross of TLC's "1000-lb Best Friends" describes how her life has changed since getting bariatric surgery and how it feels seeing her son on the show.