Age-related memory problems are relatively common, so it's important to understand when to start worrying. Adult children of elderly parents may be accustomed to occasional forgetfulness or mild temporary confusion, such as mixing up the grandchildren's names or not...
The use of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Computed Tomography (CT), and angiography are all done to get a view of the inside of a person's body. These scans show bones, veins, and can pick up a problem if it is significant enough. However, they do not always show...
Most women come to a point when they no longer want to have children. At that time, they consider permanent contraception. One of the most commonly used methods is a tubal ligation. The procedure is often referred to "as having the tubes tied." Actually, during the...
If you suffer from migraines or frequent headaches, then you know they can range from being minor annoyances to so debilitating that they disrupt your daily life. Statistics show that nine out of ten Americans suffer from migraines and headaches, and many people...
Being burned is one of the worst injuries someone can sustain. This is because a burn will develop a blister, which can easily be popped and cause even more problems. When a blister pops and leaves an area of someone's skin exposed, there's a good chance that the area...