The cause of the skin condition psoriasis is not known, but may be a combination of heredity and immune system response. It is not curable, but can often be managed with various treatment methods.
Physical activity can help prevent weight gain in women who are not overweight, but for those who are already overweight or obese, exercise alone is not enough to prevent weight gain.
Changes in life circumstances may cause tensions in a relationship, even between people who have been together for a long time. A couples therapist can help partners or spouses deal with such problems and issues.
My mother took DES when she was pregnant with me. I’m now 69, my daughter is 41, and we’ve both had gynecological problems. What particular risks do we have because of our DES exposure, and what can we do about them?
Patellofemoral (kneecap) pain can be caused by stress from overuse, tendinitis, misalignment, arthritis, or injury. Strengthening the surrounding muscles, especially the quadriceps, is the best way to ease or prevent kneecap pain.
I’ve been trying to lose weight for a long time and nothing seems to work. What do you know about the HCG diet?
Mammography has been an essential tool in the early detection and treatment of breast cancer for decades. New imaging technologies such as MRI and ultrasound are augmenting diagnosis.
About half of all osteoporosis-related fractures occur in the vertebrae. The initial treatment is usually a back brace and pain medication. If a patient is still in pain after several weeks, there are procedures to stabilize a damaged vertebra.
Studies of the cervical cancer vaccine found that it was most effective when given before the start of sexual activity, but the benefits and risks of the vaccine over time are still not fully known.
A study comparing two types of therapy treatment for generalized anxiety disorder found that both therapies produced persistent positive results.