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Phimosis — a condition where the foreskin cannot be pulled back over the tip of the penis — affects men and boys of all ages, though it's often suffered in silence. Some cases resolve on their own or with steroid cream. Others need surgery.
Get clear HPV vaccine information on benefits, age, doses, side effects, pregnancy, prior HPV infection and cervical cancer prevention.
Resident doctors — the junior physicians training in hospitals — are supposed to work no more than 12 hours a day under a rule that's over three decades old. In practice, many still work 30 to 36 hours straight. This article breaks down the medical resident duty hours debate in plain terms: what the
Learn about IUD side effects, including cramps, bleeding, hormonal changes, expulsion and rare complications, plus when to contact a doctor.
Compare birth control options by effectiveness, hormones, convenience, STI protection, side effects and reversibility to make an informed choice.
Peyronie's disease is a connective tissue condition that causes scar tissue to form inside the penis, leading to curved or painful erections. Many men go months without understanding what's happening — partly because it's rarely talked about openly.
Learn the common painful intercourse causes, from dryness and infections to endometriosis and pelvic floor problems, and when to see a doctor.
Low libido in women causes can include hormones, stress, medicines, pain, menopause and relationship factors. Learn when medical advice can help.
Understand the egg freezing process, costs in India, risks, storage, age factors and what to ask a fertility specialist before starting.
A testicular self-exam can help men become familiar with the normal size, shape and feel of their testicles. The goal is not to diagnose cancer at home, but to notice a new change that needs medical attention.
This week's dermatology case of the week looks at a real diagnostic pattern that trips up even experienced clinicians: persistent, scaly, lighter-colored patches on the back and chest that keep getting mistaken for a fungal infection. The actual diagnosis, confluent and reticulated papillomatosis,
Breastfeeding challenges can include latch problems, nipple pain, low milk supply and breast inflammation. Learn when to seek professional help.
