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Vaginal Pessary

…tells you. Does the vaginal pessary cause any side effects? You may notice more vaginal discharge than normal. Your vaginal discharge may also develop an odor. Certain vaginal gels can…

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Burners (Brachial Plexus Injuries)

…strength is not back to normal. You need to let the nerves completely heal. If you don’t, you increase the chances of injuring yourself again. You must be able to…

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Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy

…bony growths called bone spurs add pressure to the spine. Some changes are because of normal aging. Arthritis of the spine and spinal cord trauma can be other causes of…

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Digoxin – A Medicine for Heart Problems

…If you miss a dose, you can take it if less than 12 hours have passed since your normal dosage time. If more than 12 hours have passed, skip that…

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Persistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthymic Disorder)

…of normal mood that can last up to 2 months. Family members and friends may not even know that their loved one is depressed. This type of depression is mild,…

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Paraphimosis

…can’t be pulled back down into a normal position. CAUSES & RISK FACTORS What causes paraphimosis? Uncircumcised men sometimes pull the foreskin back during sex, when they go to the…

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Parenting Tips

…start. I get so frustrated sometimes. Is this normal? Yes, all parents get frustrated. Children take a lot of time and energy. Parenting is even harder when you have problems…

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Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome

…less stress on your knees. As your knees feel better, you can go back to your normal sports. But do this slowly, increasing the amount of time you do the…

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Polycythemia Vera

…longer, many for a normal life‑span. SYMPTOMS What are the symptoms of PV? In its early stages, PV usually doesn’t cause any symptoms. As the disease progresses, symptoms include: Shortness…

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Sick Sinus Syndrome (Sinus Node Disease)

…involve? How will my life change after I have a pacemaker? Will I be able to return to my normal levels of activity? Is it safe for me to exercise?…

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