If you’ve ever been sidelined by throbbing head pain, you may have wondered at what point your tension headache was actually a full-blown migraine. Migraine headaches are relatively common: They affect about 10 percent of people worldwide. Women are almost three times more likely to experience them than men. But how can you tell the difference…
Chronic pain is one of the top reasons patients seek medical care.
Some providers are subbing out fresh air and connection for pharmaceuticals.
As heart disease increases in young people, experts weigh in on what's determined by genetics and what's in your control.
New research suggests they aren’t that effective, so how did they become so popular in the first place?
Is it a symptom or a sign? Here's a breakdown of common clinical terms and how to use them.
Heat and cold can trigger symptoms of conditions including Lupus, MS and Sjögren's syndrome.
What to do if you suspect you've eaten something contaminated — and when to seek medical attention.
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