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  • Discusses how to work with your doctor, how to prepare for different types of appointments, and what to do after appointments. Includes questions to ask about recommended tests and treatments.
  • MDMA is a stimulant. It also has mild hallucinogenic effects. It's often called ecstasy or Molly. It may also be called Adam, XTC, X, hug, beans, STP, or clarity. MDMA is most often taken as a pill. The pills often have a logo, such as a cartoon character, stamped on them. MDMA also comes as a capsule or powder, which...
  • Provides tips for preventing and watching for skin cancer. Includes protecting the skin, knowing early signs of skin cancer, and having skin exams.
  • Bed rest during pregnancy means you limit your physical activity and may need to lie down most of the day. Bed rest used to be recommended during pregnancy for certain problems, such as preeclampsia, preterm labor, and multiple pregnancy (twins or more). But it is not often recommended anymore. This is because bed rest...
  • Learn what an ultrasound is, why it's done, and what the results might mean.
  • Cardiomyopathy is a disease that affects the heart muscle and the way it pumps. There are different types of cardiomyopathies. And these types have different causes. Cardiomyopathy may occur as a result of damage to the heart, such as from a heart attack, or a person may inherit the tendency to develop it. Types of...
  • Most medical professionals recommend letting a baby eat on demand. But during the first few days of breastfeeding, your baby will need to breastfeed at least 8 times in a 24-hour period. This means you may need to wake your baby to eat. This will help to get your milk supply going. Try these tips to make the transition...
  • As soon as you think you might be pregnant, visit your doctor or midwife. Your health in the early weeks of your pregnancy is particularly important. During your pregnancy, you'll have regular checkups. These prenatal visits can help you have a safe and healthy pregnancy. Your doctor or midwife is watching for problems...
  • Use this form for any tests your doctor recommends, such as blood tests, urine tests, or X-rays. General questions What is the name of the test? Why do I need this test? What might happen if the test is delayed or not done? How accurate is the test? Are there other tests that are more accurate? How much does the test...
  • What is shock? Shock means that your body and its functions are shutting down. The body goes into shock when it can't get enough blood to the vital organs like your heart or brain. This may be caused by a sudden illness, an injury, or bleeding. Sometimes even a mild injury will lead to shock. Shock is a life-threatening...
  • In most cases, there isn't a clear cause for back pain. Children can have back pain after an injury or sports event. It can also be caused by an overuse injury. An overuse injury can happen when a child uses one part of their body in the same way over and over again. This may cause pain, swelling, or tenderness in that...
  • What is the birth control ring? The vaginal ring is used to prevent pregnancy. It's a soft plastic ring that you put into your vagina. The ring releases a regular dose of the hormones estrogen and progestin. These hormones prevent pregnancy in three ways. They thicken the mucus in the cervix. This makes it hard for...
  • A human papillomavirus (HPV) test is done to check for a high-risk HPV infection. Like a Pap test, an HPV test is done on a sample of cells collected from the cervix. HPV is a sexually transmitted infection (STI). An HPV test checks for the genetic material ( DNA) of the human papillomavirus. This test is used to show...
  • Learn ways to deal with cravings when you're trying to quit using tobacco.
  • The patch is used to prevent pregnancy. It looks like a bandage. You put it on the skin of your belly, rear end (buttocks), upper arm, or upper body (but not on a breast). The patch releases a regular dose of the hormones estrogen and progestin.
  • Learn how to move ahead with your plan to quit using tobacco after having a relapse.
  • What is occupational asthma? Occupational asthma is the most common form of work-related lung condition in many countries. When a person gets asthma as an adult, exposure at work is a likely cause. This type of asthma happens when a person is exposed to certain substances in the workplace. Examples are wood dust...
  • Hormone therapy treats prostate cancer by lowering the level of certain hormones in the body. These hormones are called androgens. Prostate cancer needs androgens to grow. The main androgen is testosterone. Reducing the level of testosterone can slow the growth of prostate cancer and even shrink the tumors. The...
  • When you have diabetes, your feet need extra care and attention. Diabetes can damage the nerve endings and blood vessels in your feet, making you less likely to notice when your feet are injured. Diabetes also limits your body's ability to fight infection and get blood to areas that need it. If you get a minor foot...
  • A computed tomography (CT) scan uses X-rays to make pictures of the head and face. During the test, you will lie on a table that is attached to the CT scanner, which is a large doughnut-shaped machine. Your head will be positioned inside the scanner. The CT scanner sends X-rays through the head. Each rotation of the...
  • The body's "biological clock," or 24-hour cycle (circadian rhythms), controls functions such as sleeping and waking. Your body clock can be affected by light or darkness. They can make the body think that it's time to sleep or wake up.
  • Teeth whitening uses a bleaching product or an abrasive to make teeth whiter. Teeth whitening isn't a medical procedure—it doesn't result in healthier teeth. But it can result in a brighter smile. This in turn can make people feel better about themselves. Teeth whitening works better for some types of stains than...
  • There is no known cure for type 2 diabetes. But it can be managed. And in some cases, it goes into remission. Avoid products that promise a cure for type 2 diabetes. What is remission? Remission means having an A1c of 6.5% or lower without using diabetes medicine for at least 3 months. Some people who don't need...
  • What is Osgood-Schlatter disease? Osgood-Schlatter disease is a knee problem that causes pain and swelling in the shinbone (tibia) just below the kneecap (patella). This is the spot where the patellar tendon attaches to a bony mound in the knee called the tibial tubercle. Older children and teenagers often get...
  • Your doctor may take a sample, or biopsy, of abnormal tissue. The majority of warts do not require a biopsy. But a biopsy may be taken if genital warts cannot be easily identified with a physical exam or during a gynecology exam with a lighted magnifying instrument ( colposcopy). A microscopic exam on the biopsied...
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