While talking to a doctor about your symptoms may seem embarrassing, overdoing it on Kegels probably isn’t the answer. You don’t have to put up with pelvic floor dysfunction no matter what your age or gender – there is help and hope if you are struggling.
The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the midline of the neck. Unfortunately, the thyroid gland can develop lumps. These lumps, which can be single, multiple or even cover the entire thyroid, are called nodules.
Dry, itchy skin can be due to a dermatologic condition called contact dermatitis, which is one of the most common types of skin rashes that occurs among people in the general public.
Hip replacement surgery is an effective treatment for patients with severe hip pain. In conventional hip replacement surgery, the joint is approached from the back or side. With an anterior hip replacement, the surgeon approaches the hip joint from the front.
Thyroid cancer is a form of cancer that affects approximately 53,000 Americans annually. The thyroid is a small gland at the base of your neck responsible for creating thyroid hormones.
You may have heard of doctors recommending bed rest during pregnancy if they are concerned about a health condition that could cause complications or premature labor. Today, “bed rest,” or minimizing physical activity, is no longer recommended for most patients during pregnancy.
Most of us have experienced an occasional episode of acid reflux. However, for some people, acid reflux, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, can become more than just a nuisance.
Nebraska Medicine interventional radiologists Joseph McBride, MD, and Maria O’Malley, MD, discuss frequently asked questions about uterine fibroids and the benefits of fibroid embolization.
