Mar 13, 2025 · Thinking about a planned home birth? Understand the possible risks and how to plan and prepare for the big day.

Jun 4, 2025 · Overview A pacemaker is a small, battery-powered device that prevents the heart from beating too slowly. You need surgery to get a pacemaker. The device is placed under the skin near …

Mar 19, 2024 · Overview Dural arteriovenous fistulas (dAVFs) are irregular connections between arteries and veins. They occur in the tough covering over the brain or spinal cord, known as the dura mater. …

Apr 1, 2026 · Description Duloxetine is used to treat depression and anxiety. It is also used for pain caused by nerve damage associated with diabetes (diabetic peripheral neuropathy). Duloxetine is …

Overview A hematocrit (he-MAT-uh-krit) test measures the proportion of red blood cells in the blood. Red blood cells carry oxygen throughout the body. Having too few or too many of them can be a sign …

Dec 7, 2024 · In double-outlet right ventricle, the lower right heart chamber, called the right ventricle, has two openings for blood to exit instead of one. Some blood goes to the body instead of just the lungs. …

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Feb 21, 2025 · The foot is made of bones, ligaments, tendons and muscles. The foot bears weight and helps move the body, but an injury or illness that involves the foot can cause foot pain. Foot pain can …

Feb 19, 2025 · Heel pain usually affects the bottom or back of the heel. Heel pain is rarely a symptom of a serious health condition, but it can get in the way of daily activities, such as walking.

Oct 31, 2025 · Learn about the symptoms, causes and treatment of this digestive system condition that can happen suddenly or build up over time and cause serious illness.