Health & Wellness

The peroneal (fibular) nerve is responsible for lifting the foot and toes, and it also carries feeling from parts of the lower leg and the top of the foot. When…

An echo stress test pairs a heart ultrasound with physical exertion (or a medication that mimics it) so doctors can see how your heart behaves under pressure, not just at…

Cholangiocarcinoma is an uncommon but dangerous cancer that starts in the bile ducts the narrow tubes that move bile from the liver into the small intestine. Bile helps the body…

A bronchoscopy is a procedure that lets doctors examine the inside of your airways and lungs using a thin, flexible tube fitted with a light and a tiny camera, called…

Ever wonder how the fat on your body can actually “talk” to the rest of your system and influence your metabolism, blood sugar, and long-term health? We usually think of…

For people living with kidney failure, a kidney transplant can be both an important medical decision and a major turning point in life. A transplant may be considered when the…

G6PD deficiency is a genetic condition that affects how red blood cells protect themselves from damage. G6PD stands for glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase, an enzyme that helps red blood cells cope with…

Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis, commonly known as EGPA, is a rare condition that can affect several parts of the body, including the lungs, sinuses, skin, nerves, heart, kidneys, and digestive…

Pott’s disease often develops gradually, so its early symptoms can easily be mistaken for ordinary back pain, muscle strain, or other common problems. Some people may experience ongoing discomfort for…

Microscopic colitis is an inflammatory condition of the large intestine that commonly causes persistent, watery diarrhea. Unlike other forms of colitis, the colon typically looks normal during a colonoscopy; the…