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Detailed information on different oral healthcare specialists.

Members of your treatment team may include an orthopedic surgeon, a rheumatologist, and a physical therapist. Read on for details.

Between the bones of the knees are two crescent-shaped disks of connective tissue, called menisci, which also act as shock absorbers to cushion the lower part of the leg from the weight of the rest of the body. Meniscus tears can happen when twisting while bearing weight.

Multiple sclerosis is a central nervous system disorder. Pregnancy does not appear to speed up MS or make its effects worse.

Work-related lung diseases are lung problems that are made worse in certain work environments. They are caused by long-term exposure to certain irritants that are breathed into the lungs. These lung diseases may have lasting effects, even after the exposure ends. Read on for more details.

Menopause is when a person permanently stops having menstrual periods. Learn more about menopause, including symptoms and treatments.

Whatever treatment plan a person follows, losing weight slowly will be more effective and healthier over the long term.

Medical treatment can help with weight loss if your own efforts are unsuccessful—or if you have a medical condition that makes it crucial to lose weight.

Multiple pregnancy is a pregnancy with 2 or more babies. Read on to learn about different types of multiple pregnancies and why they occur.