Lower back pain is extremely common, especially in adults between the ages of 30 and 50, according to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS). Discomfort in the lower back can be chronic or ongoing, or a sudden and brief condition known as acute pain. Causes of lower …

Vaginal dryness is an uncomfortable and often painful condition that occurs naturally during and after menopause. Menopause causes estrogen levels to decline, which causes the dryness. Beyond menopause, certain medications and immune disorders can also cause vaginal dryness. Your doctor can help you determine the right treatment for this condition, …

Alopecia areata is a disease that causes hair to fall out in small patches. Alopecia areata rarely causes total hair loss, however it can prevent hair from growing back. The condition is not life threatening, does not cause pain or illness, and hair loss can stop just as suddenly as …

Certain forms of arthritis have similar symptoms. Rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and psoriatic arthritis can all cause joint pain, inflammation, and a feeling of warmth in your joints. So how can you tell them apart? There are some symptoms of psoriatic arthritis which set it apart from the others. Swelling Joint …

What Is Hepatitis C? Hepatitis C is an infection that affects the liver. It is caused by the hepatitis C virus (HCV), which can only be transmitted through blood. This means there is nothing you can eat or not eat that will help prevent hepatitis C. A 2006 study published …

Diabetes develops when your pancreas can no longer produce insulin in sufficient quantity, or your body becomes less sensitive to the insulin you produce. Without enough effective insulin, your blood sugar levels can get out of control. High blood glucose (hyperglycemia) is most common in type 2 diabetes. But any …

Dyslexia adversely affects many children and teenagers during their school years and, if it is not addressed, it will continue to affect them throughout adulthood too. The stress associated with tests and exams may lead dyslexics to avoid further education and also some types of jobs. They are usually very …

The muscular dystrophies (MD) are a group of genetic diseases characterized by progressive weakness and degeneration of the skeletal or voluntary muscles which control movement. The muscles of the heart and some other involuntary muscles are also affected in some forms of muscular dystrophy, and a few forms involve other …

No Warning Lung cancer may not produce any noticeable symptoms in the early stages. In approximately 40 percent of people diagnosed with lung cancer, the diagnosis is made after the disease has advanced. In one-third of those diagnosed, cancer has reached stage 3.  Read more to learn about lung cancer …

Your diet, smoking/alcohol habits, fitness level, and other factors can all contribute to ED. Learn how a healthier lifestyle and certain natural remedies can combat ED. drinking beer and smoking manThough there are medical conditions that can contribute to erectile dysfunction, for many men it is a few poor habits …

The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) estimates that approximately 14.8 million Americans suffer from a major depressive disorder. Although depression can affect anyone, certain factors may increase your likelihood of developing the disorder. Biochemical Factors Depression is a type of mood disorder that some belief is triggered when brain …