You may be considering surgery to improve your eyesight but wondering which approach may be best for you in the long run. Laser vision corrective options are continually improving, with ever-increasing offerings for a wide variety of people.
A stye, or hordeolum, is an inflamed oil gland caused by bacteria, most commonly staphylococcus, that typically resides on the eyelids. When infected, the gland appears as a red, swollen nodule that is tender to the touch.
Multiple myeloma is a bone marrow cancer in which plasma cells have become cancerous. Plasma cells, a type of white blood cell, are an essential part of the immune system. They make antibodies, a type of protein, that help fight infections.
“Hope for the best; prepare for the worst.” It’s a common idiom we’ve all heard at one point or another. Still, many of us are un- or underprepared if a natural disaster or other emergency stuck our home.
You convey hundreds of tiny nonverbal cues through your face, which are essential to interpersonal communication. But your face is also affected by factors like the sun, environment, and stress, which can expedite aging. This exposure means your face is usually one of the first places to show signs of aging.
Ear infections are common in children, and many parents are convinced they need antibiotics. But sometimes antibiotics aren’t the answer. Learn more about ear infections from Rachel Johnson, MD.
Are you thinking about starting an exercise routine for the first time or want to reengage after a long hiatus? The sheer number of exercise options can be overwhelming, and leaping from thinking to action may be the biggest step.
Febrile seizures can be scary to witness, but they're usually short-lived and harmless. However, some children can develop epilepsy, a brain disorder that causes recurring, unprovoked seizures.
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