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A sympathectomy is a procedure to cut or block a nerve. It's done to treat problems such as severe sweating (hyperhidrosis) and severe facial blushing. Learn more about the procedure here.

An implantable loop recorder is a device that records information about how your heart is working.

McArdle disease is a rare muscle disorder. The symptoms often appear in childhood. But some people are not diagnosed until later as an adult.

A thyroglossal cyst is a type of neck lump (mass) that some people are born with. Your healthcare provider may remove the cyst to keep it from getting infected.

Meniscal transplant surgery is surgery to replace a small piece of missing or damaged cartilage in the knee. The meniscus is replaced with one from a cadaver donor.

A vulvar biopsy is a test to check for vulvar cancer or another skin disease. The vulva is the outer part of a woman's genitals.

Follow the step-by-step instructions for this shoulder stretch for flexibility.

Bleeding early in pregnancy isn't uncommon, and in most cases, nothing is wrong. Still, it's a good idea to let your healthcare provider know if it happens.

After you deliver your baby, you can start to exercise whenever you feel ready. Let your body be your guide. Most women are ready to exercise after 6 weeks, whereas some women will be ready a few days after delivery. If you’ve had a cesarean section, you may need more time. If you've had a cesarean section, ask your healthcare provider when it is safe to begin exercising again.