The use of intrauterine devices (IUDs) for birth control is the most commonly used form of reversible contraception after birth control pills. The only caveat, is that some women may experience pain and discomfort during insertion of the device.
If you often use nasal sprays or decongestants or suffer from reoccurring sinus infections, you may wonder if you have something else going on. Could your discomfort be caused by nasal polyps?
Whether you’re considering your first lip enhancement or you’re a lip-filler veteran, understanding lip filler care is key to achieving safe and natural-looking results.
Get the latest COVID-19 news from infectious diseases expert Mark Rupp, MD, including COVID-19 case rates, types of variants circulating and vaccine updates.
Cancer treatment can significantly impact your skin, causing changes that affect comfort and appearance. While these side effects can be concerning, most are manageable with proper care and medical support.
A colon polyp is a small growth in the lining of the colon or large intestine. Most colon polyps are sporadic and occur randomly. However, there are environmental and hereditary factors that increase the risk of developing colon polyps.
In the United States, about 12 million people between the ages of 15 and 49 rely on birth control pills. While generally safe, as with any medication, certain risks are involved.
A recent study suggests that performing an MRI scan in the workup for an elevated prostate-specific antigen blood test (PSA) screening for prostate cancer can reduce prostate cancer diagnoses by more than half.
As we age, most of us will experience shoulder pain at some time, whether it’s due to an injury or underlying arthritis. If your pain persists and becomes debilitating, it may be time to seek medical evaluation.
Fuchs’ dystrophy is caused by the loss of corneal endothelial cells. In Fuchs' dystrophy, these cells die off more rapidly than normal, leading to fluid buildup and corneal swelling.
