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Colon Cancer Colon cancer is the fourth most common cancer. Noticeable changes to your poop that occur with colon cancer may include blood in the stool, loose stools, hard stools, and narrow stools. Cancer of the colon is the second most common cause of cancer death. This cancer is generally detected late when it has...

Who is most affected by tinnitus? Tinnitus — sometimes called ringing in the ears — is when you perceive sound even though there's no actual external source making that sound. You can stop tinnitus by treating the underlying cause, but there is no quick guaranteed method of curing tinnitus. Tinnitus — sometimes called ringing in...

A woman holds her feet and toes. Fungal infection of the nails sometimes makes the condition sound contagious or related to poor hygiene. Toenail fungus is much more common than fingernail fungus.Source: Getty Images Thing to know about fungal nails (onychomycosis, tinea unguium) Many changes in fingernails or toenails may cause people to think they...

A woman with a broken middle toe. Buddy taping (taping the toe to an adjacent toe can be used to splint a fractured toe.Source: iStock Things to know about broken toe Readers Comments 100 Share Your Story Broken toes are often caused by trauma or injury. Prolonged repetitive movements can cause a type of broken...

What is the pancreas? The pancreas is part of the digestive system and it helps break down food. You should eat lean meat, fish, vegetables, fruits, beans, whole grains and other low-fat foods when you are recovering from pancreatitis. Having a healthy pancreas is crucial for good health. Your pancreas is part of your digestive...

What is a blocked eustachian tube? You can clear blocked eustachian tubes with medications, home remedies, and surgery. However, eustachian tube treatment often isn't needed as a blocked tube usually gets better on its own. Eustachian tubes are inside the ears and connect the middle ear to the back of the nose. They help the...

Hip bursitis is the most common cause of hip pain.Source: iStock Things to know about hip bursitis A bursa is a fluid-filled sac that functions as a gliding surface to reduce friction between moving tissues of the body. There are two major bursae of the hip. Bursitis, or inflammation of a bursa, is usually not...

Although the exact cause of most childhood extracranial germ cell tumors is unknown, genetic disorders can put children at an increased risk of developing the condition Although the exact cause of most childhood extracranial germ cell tumors is unknown, genetic disorders can put children at an increased risk of developing the condition. Possible risk factors...

A doctor examining a woman’s neck for swollen lymph nodes.Source: Getty Images Facts you should know about swollen lymph nodes (glands) Lymph nodes, also referred to as lymph glands, are an important part of the immune system. Lymph nodes are located throughout the body but are visible and able to be felt (palpable) only when they...

Research suggests that a full course of COVID-19 vaccines could protect you from early mutants such as the Delta strain. Your immune system is strong and built to fight any organism that invades your body. Vaccines play a major role in the activation of the immune system and the production of antibodies by the immune...