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Tonsil stones (tonsillolith) are one of the body’s most unique defense systems: by isolating infections into these stones, bacteria stuck in the tonsils can’t migrate through the body. Tonsil stones are largely compromised of minerals (calcium) and are often visible to the naked eye …

While scientists don’t know what causes ulcerative colitis, they do understand that direct treatment of symptoms such as bloody diarrhea and cramps can improve quality of life. Treatment typically includes drugs that suppress inflammation and analgesics such as acetaminophen.

People with UC often find that …

Including foods with protein, complex carbohydrates and healthy fats at snacks can stabilize blood sugar levels. Fortunately, there are many options for diabetics.

Yogurt with berries is an excellent snack that is low in calories and high in protein. You can also try hummus, which is …

Symptoms of HD appear between ages 30 and 50 but can be as early as age 2. These symptoms include unwanted choreatic movements, decline in thinking skills, psychiatric changes, and other symptoms.

Genetic testing can be done to see if you have inherited the …

The large gland behind your stomach is called your pancreas. The pancreas has two essential functions; the first is to make insulin, and the second is to make juices that
help you digest your food. When the pancreas becomes inflamed, you may develop
a condition called …

Before the introduction of a vaccine in 1995, almost every American child caught a case of chickenpox. Since most people develop immunity after one round of infection, parents would even group together their healthy children and sick children to expose them to the illness in one …

Anyone who has experienced a kidney stone understands the frustration of waiting for it to pass. Kidney stones are solid deposits that form when crystalizing substances in the urine are too high or are not properly absorbed by the kidneys. These stones don’t always have …

A gastroenterologist treats diseases of the stomach. They can treat a variety of problems including heartburn, rectal cancer and colon polyps.

Gastroenterologists can also perform endoscopies, esophageal dilation and endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). They use an instrument called an endoscope, a long flexible tube with a …

With eight legs and bulbous eyes, spiders may look spooky, yet they are far more passive than pop culture would lead you to believe. Spiders primarily eat insects, so humans are low on their list to attack. However, if you cross into a spider’s space …

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that causes widespread pain throughout the musculoskeletal system, including the muscles and joints. It isn’t easy to identify, as diagnosis often requires eliminating similar conditions. On average, it takes patients five years to receive a fibromyalgia diagnosis from the time …