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Nail fungus
Learn about symptoms, treatment and prevention of this common infection among older adults that causes nails to discolor and crumble.May 15, 2024 -
Gout
This type of arthritis can cause sudden pain, swelling and tenderness, often in the big toe.June 12, 2026 -
Ovarian cysts
Many women have ovarian cysts at some time. Most are harmless, but some can cause serious symptoms. Know what symptoms to watch for.December 23, 2025 -
Bursitis
Ice can ease symptoms of this painful condition. It affects the small, fluid-filled sacs that cushion the bones, tendons and muscles near the joints.May 19, 2026 -
Genital warts
The human papillomavirus (HPV) causes the most common of sexually transmitted infections. Vaccines can help protect against the HPV strains that cause genital warts.December 19, 2023 -
Lyme disease
Learn about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of this common tick-borne illness.May 6, 2026 -
Trigger finger
In this condition, a finger gets stuck in a bent position and may straighten suddenly with a snap. It happens most often in women over the age of 50.December 3, 2022 -
Viral gastroenteritis (stomach flu)
This condition, often called stomach flu, is usually harmless, except for infants and people with immunosuppression. Symptoms can usually be managed.April 30, 2025 -
Influenza (flu)
Learn more about the symptoms, causes and prevention of this potentially deadly viral infection that attacks the respiratory system.December 19, 2025 -
Sleep apnea
This condition causes repeated stops and starts in breathing during sleep. Snoring loudly can be a sign of this sleep condition.December 9, 2025 -
Vulvodynia
Learn about pain, burning and irritation of the vaginal area that doesn’t have a clear cause. Then find out how to get relief.September 1, 2023 -
Testicular cancer
Learn about cancer that starts in the testicles. Treatments include surgery, chemotherapy and radiation therapy.October 10, 2024 -
Colon cancer
Find out about symptoms and causes for this cancer that starts in the large intestine. Learn about treatment options, including minimally invasive surgery.December 19, 2024 -
Corns and calluses
Find out more about these hardened areas of skin that often affect the feet and fingers. Try these self-care tips to make corns and calluses disappear.May 9, 2024 -
Compulsive sexual behavior
Also called sexual addiction, this means being obsessed with sexual fantasies, urges, or behaviors that disrupt your life or cause harm to you or others.April 19, 2023 -
Cataracts
Are things starting to look fuzzy or blurry? Find out about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment for this common eye condition.March 14, 2026 -
Earwax blockage
Learn simple steps for treatment and self-care of this common problem, including earwax removal.July 12, 2022 -
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
Mood swings, cramps and irritability are just a few telltale clues that you're getting your period. Learn what you can do for PMS symptom relief.February 25, 2022 -
Pneumonia
Pneumonia — Learn about the symptoms, causes and treatment of this serious lung infection.June 13, 2020 -
Acute sinusitis
Learn the latest ways to treat and prevent the stuffy nose and head pain that can come with this condition.August 29, 2023
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