Transient ischemic attack. A transient stroke is similar to a transient ischemic attack. It indicates that a portion of your brain is experiencing a brief reduction in...
Trigeminal neuralgia. This is a type of neuropathic pain that can cause intense episodes of facial pain that interfere with daily activities. It is usually caused...
Trigger thumb. A disorder known as trigger finger makes it difficult to move your thumb or fingers. They may become “frozen” in a flexed position. Your...
Ulcerative colitis. Inflammation of the colon and rectum occurs in ulcerative colitis, a chronic illness. The rectum is the end of the bowel where waste is...
Urinary incontinence. The inadvertent passing of urine is known as urinary incontinence. Millions of people are said to be impacted by this widespread issue. Urinary incontinence...
Vaginal cancer. This is an uncommon type of cancer that often affects the cells that line your vagina. Your vulva (genitals) and cervix are connected by...
In everyday conversations about illness, people often use “virus” and “bacteria” interchangeably. While both can make you sick, viruses and bacteria are very different in structure,...
Splenectomy. A splenectomy, or removal of the spleen, may be necessary if it is not functioning normally or if it is oversized, diseased, or injured. Partial...
Spinal stenosis. Narrowing of one or more spaces in your spinal canal is known as spinal stenosis. The tunnel that passes through each of your spine...
Shoulder impingement. When your shoulder blade’s upper outside edge pinches your rotator cuff underneath it, it’s known as shoulder impingement. It is also occasionally referred to...
