Menopause Menopause is the time marking the conclusion of the menstrual cycles. It is treated after you have gone without a menstrual cycle for 12 months. Menopause can occur in your 40s or 50s but in the United States the average age is 51. Menopause is a hormonal process. But physical symptoms such as hot […]

Overview Mumps is a viral infection that affects mainly the saliva-producing (salivary) glands located between your mouth and near your ears. Mumps in one or both of those glands may cause swelling. Mumps was widespread in the U.S. before vaccination with the mumps became routine. The number of cases has shrunk significantly since then. Mumps […]

Overview Fibrous tissue called scar tissue grows around the wound to heal and protect the injury when skin injure. The extra scar tissue develops in some cases, producing smooth, rough growths called keloids. Keloids can be considerably larger than the original cut. Most usually they are found on the chest, shoulders, earlobes and cheeks. Keloids, […]

Overview Dysmenorrhea (Menstrual cramps) are throbbing or cramping pains in the lower abdomen. Many women suffer from menstrual cramps just before and during menstrual periods. For some women, the discomfort is merely annoying. For others, menstrual cramps may be serious enough to interfere with the daily activities every month for a few days. Menstrual cramps […]

Overview Hemorrhoids are swollen veins in the anus and lower rectum, close to varicose veins, which are sometimes called piles. Hemorrhoids can grow within the rectum (inner hemorrhoids) or around the anus (external hemorrhoids) under the skin. Close to three out of four adults will occasionally have hemorrhoids. Hemorrhoids have multiple causes but the cause […]

Chronic constipation is rare bowel movements or difficult passage that persists for several weeks or longer. Constipation is usually described as having less than three movements in the intestine per week. While sometimes constipation is very common, some people have chronic constipation that can interfere with their ability to perform their daily tasks. Chronic constipation […]

What is cerebral edema? Cerebral edema is also known as brain swelling. It’s a life-threatening condition that causes fluid to develop in the brain. Such fluid raises the pressure inside the skull — more commonly called intracranial pressure (ICP). Increased ICP will reduce the flow of brain blood and reduce the oxygen your brain gets. […]

Overview Vaginitis is a vaginal inflammation which can lead to discharge, itching and pain. The cause is typically a change in the vaginal bacteria’s natural balance or an infection. After menopause decreased levels of estrogen and certain skin conditions can also cause vaginitis. The most common types of vaginitis are: Bacterial vaginosis caused by changing […]

Overview Pancreatitis is inflammation in the pancreas. The pancreas is a long, flat gland that sits tucked in the upper abdomen behind the stomach. The pancreas contains enzymes that aid digestion and hormones that help regulate how the body processes sugar (glucose). Pancreatitis can occur as acute pancreatitis, which means it happens abruptly and lasts […]