Skin lesions are abnormal growths on the skin. They can look like a lump or a sore or be a discolored area of the skin. Skin lesion removal surgery is a common treatment for removing such lesions. While not usually a complicated procedure, it’s good to know what to...
Most people lose up to 100 hair strands per day. This is natural and a normal part of the hair growth cycle. If you lose more strands than that, though, you could be dealing with an underlying health problem. There are many potential causes of hair loss, but one of...
If you have serious issues with your lower digestive tract, your doctor may start a conversation about a subtotal colectomy in the near future. What is a subtotal colectomy? This specialized procedure commonly treats a wide variety of problems with the large...
If you have a hiatal hernia, you know how painful and difficult this condition can be. Managing hiatal hernias through dietary and lifestyle changes is the preferred treatment approach. However, some people require surgery in severe cases. While it can help reduce...
A sudden jolt of pain while working out can be frightening, especially when it occurs in a more sensitive area, such as the groin or lower abdomen. Oftentimes, this type of discomfort can be due to some type of muscle strain, which is not usually a cause for true...
