A toothache that lingers is easy to dismiss, but sometimes, it signals something far more serious. Some dental infections may ...

We’ve all been to the doctor’s office and felt like we left with more questions than answers, or scrolled past a video on ...

Mark Gurarie is a writer covering health topics, technology, music, books, and culture. He also teaches health science and research writing at George Washington University's School of Medical and ...

A bladder infection is a type of urinary tract infection (UTI). Most UTIs affect the bladder, so you’re likely to experience burning when urinating, difficulty peeing, and pelvic bain above the pubic ...

Eye surgery today is safer than ever, yet ophthalmologists must remain watchful for a rare but serious complication that can ...

Suppressive antimicrobial therapy is a viable option for patients with prosthetic vascular graft infection who are at a high surgical risk.

A yeast infection can cause white patches in the mouth, flaking or crusting of the skin, and changes in genital discharge. Symptoms can vary depending on the location and severity of the infection. A ...

If the site of the ingrown hair acquires an infection with Staphylococcus aureus, it can cause itchy bumps, pain, flushed skin, and pus. Staph infections come from a bacterium called Staphylococcus ...

A vaginal cuff is the closure made at the top of the vagina after a hysterectomy. Your doctor may recommend antibiotics if you develop an infection in this area. A hysterectomy is a common surgical ...

When thinking of the immune system, most people imagine white blood cells putting up a fight against invading germs in the ...

A 5-year-old boy from the UK died barely one day after being sent home from the hospital. Before going to Queen Alexandra ...