SEARCH

Surgery may be done to remove either a noncancer (benign) tumor or a cancerous tumor. Read on to learn more.

Studies show that people who exercise are the most likely to lose weight and keep it off. Exercise burns calories. It helps build muscle to make your body stronger. Make exercise part of your weight-management plan.

Most kidney stones are about the size of a grape seed. Stones of this size are small enough to pass naturally. Once it is passed, a stone can be analyzed. This wait-and-see approach is called expectant therapy.

Percutaneous nephrolithotomy is a procedure that is done when one is not able to pass larger stones on their own. It may be done before, after, or instead of other treatments.

Surgery for erectile dysfunction isn't common, but it may be the best treatment in some cases.

A specific phobia is a type of anxiety disorder. It causes an intense fear of a certain object or situation. Many people with this disorder fear animals, such as dogs or snakes. Other people are afraid of closed spaces (claustrophobia), heights (acrophobia), or flying. Often, there's no reason to be afraid. Yet the fear seems beyond your control.

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can happen after you go through a severe trauma. Treatment is available. Along with therapy (also called counseling), medicine may help manage your symptoms.

People with personality disorders have a hard time forming normal relationships. They often have trouble with school or work. And they may often feel depressed, sad, and alone. There are many types of personality disorders. Each has specific symptoms.

Patients who feel that you’ve heard and understood them are more likely to follow your treatment advice. Here are tips to help.