Follicular non-Hodgkin's lymphoma is so called because its cells grow in a circular pattern in the lymph nodes, according to the American Cancer Society. The average age at diagnosis is 60, with the disease largely occurring in both the lymph...
Weight loss, or bariatric, surgery is a procedure in which the stomach is manipulated in some way to promote weight loss. Weight loss surgery is usually only considered an option for men who are at least 100 pounds overweight and women who are at...
Chronic myelomonocytic leukemia--also known as CMML--is a type of myelodysplastic-myeloproliferative disorder, according to the Cleveland Clinic. The incidence of this disease is estimated to be three cases per every 100,000 people older than 60...
Avulsion fractures occurs when a ligament or tendon attached to a bone partially detaches, taking a bone fragment with it. These fractures usually happen due to a forceful muscle contraction. In children, avulsion fractures are common in areas of...
Lindane is a drug used to treat scabies and lice, but it does not stop patients from getting scabies or lice. It belongs to a class of medications called scabicides and pediculicides. Lindane is available as a lotion that is applied to the skin...
Routine dental cleanings and exams are not only safe during pregnancy, but also are recommended by both obstetricians and dental care professionals. The hormonal changes in the body during pregnancy might affect the teeth and gums and can cause...
Diverticulitis is an inflammation or infection of small pouches that pop out of the lining of the large intestine, often because of a weakness in the lining, according to the National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse. This can cause...
Surgery for a hernia involves two approaches: the open technique, in which an incision is made near the site of the hernia, opening the skin and underlying connective tissue to expose the hernia and repair it from the front; or the laparoscopic...
Duodenal ulcers are lesions, sores and areas of inflammation located at the duodenum, the first part of the small intestine. The National Institutes of Health points out other names for the condition include peptic, stomach or gastric ulcers. The...
Nail biting occurs in children and adults for many reasons, including anxiety, excitement or boredom. An estimated 50 percent of children between the ages of 10 and 18 and 23 percent of adults ages 18 to 22 have the habit, according to Home...
Hodgkin's disease refers to a type of cancer that starts invading the lymphatic system, a special system in the body responsible for carrying white blood cells that fight infection. The University of Maryland Medical Center says that Hodgkin's...
Physicians usually prescribe the antibiotic known generically as daptomycin to help fight bacteriological infections of the skin and staphylococcus aureus infections that affect a person's blood. Antibiotics such as daptomycin function in the body...
A D&C, also known as a dilation and curettage, is a surgical procedure used to scrape and collect tissue from the inside of the uterus. Women undergo this procedure for many reasons including an elective abortion, to diagnose uterine cancer,...
Ovarian cancer is a devastating illness that often shows no signs or symptoms. If caught in the early stages, ovarian cancer has a five-year survival rate of nearly 93 percent, according to the American Cancer Society. Symptoms, when they do...
Diverticulitis occurs when small pouches in the lining of the colon bulge out through weak areas. A pouch is called a diverticulum. The disorder can lead to bleeding, infections, perforations or blockages in the colon. Symptoms and complications...
The tonsils are two large glands in the back of the throat that help fight infection by trapping bacteria and other potentially harmful organisms. Occasionally, the tonsils can become so overwhelmed with these harmful substances that they become...
Crohn's disease is a type of inflammatory bowel disease which mainly affects the large intestine, but may occur in other parts of the digestive system. Crohn's disease is a form of an autoimmune disorder in which the immune system attacks healthy...
Described by Medline Plus, the large intestine is composed of five segments: the cecum, ascending colon, transverse colon, descending colon and the sigmoid colon. The primary function of the large intestine is to absorb the remaining water from...
The ACL, also known as the anterior cruciate ligament, is a band of connective tissue that runs diagonally through the middle of the knee. This ligament keeps the tibia from moving in front of the femur when the knee is moving. A torn ACL can...
Hematuria is a disorder that occurs when blood is excreted with the urine. In some cases, the blood in makes your urine turn reddish or pink, MayoClinic.com explains. However, in many patients the amount of blood is so minute that it is only...
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is a gallbladder removal operation in which the surgeon makes keyhole incisions of about one-half inch in diameter near the abdomen, and inserts a laparoscope and multiple plastic tubes, or catheters, through them. The...
Your anterior cruciate ligament, ACL, is an important ligament in your knee that holds your leg bones in place. Injuries to your ACL, including sprains or tears, are common, reports the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, especially among...
The National Institutes of Health suggests that up to 10 percent of women experience vaginal bleeding at some point during pregnancy. The bleeding most often occurs during the first trimester. Bleeding in the first half of pregnancy can often be...
Infant massage can be a wonderful experience for both the infant and the parents. It can foster bonding and create a soothing, relaxing feeling for both the infant and parents. Infant massage requires a delicate touch. However, for all the...
Neulasta (pegfilgrastrim) is a medication used to treat neutropenia, a condition of reduced neutrophils (a type of white blood cell) which makes you susceptible to infection. According to MedlinePlus, Neulasta belongs to a class of drugs called...
Seat belts and airbags can help to prevent serious injuries in a car accident. At the same time, these protective devices can create physical problems themselves, report doctors at MedStar Emergency Medical Services. Seat belt injuries may not...
Tongue fissures are cracks or grooves along the sides and across the top of your tongue. They may be due to heredity, or associated with other oral and immune diseases. Tongue fissures are usually harmless, but in some cases they may cause...
You may suffer an infection in your small intestine for many reasons, from bacterial invaders to complications related to diverticulitis. When an infection occurs, slippery elm may help soothe your digestive tract. Consult a doctor before trying...
Alcoholism is a complex condition characterized by an obsession to drink and an inability to control the amount of alcohol consumed. Untreated, the disease is characterized by relapse and eventually death. Psycho-socially, alcoholism is an...
Most blood donations go to cancer patients. Learn how and why blood donations help cancer patients in this free video clip from a blood donation center.
Nose bleeds are very common and are often caused by dry air, illness, or trauma. Learn more about the causes, symptoms and treatments of nose bleeds in this medical video.
