A cyst is a sac of tissue containing fluid or air that can form in many areas of the body. Cysts often do not need to be removed unless they are causing pain or other problems. There are several ...

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A team of around 30 medical specialists huddled over a 41-year-old woman earlier this year in Los Angeles as they carefully delivered her nearly full-term baby, who had unknowingly developed behind a ...

It often starts as a sore spot you assume is a zit, ingrown hair, or minor irritation. Then it gets worse. Sitting becomes uncomfortable. Pressure builds. Sometimes there’s swelling, drainage, or even ...

Boils are painful, pus-filled, and are caused by infections like Staphylococcus aureus. Cysts are painless, non-infectious growths filled with keratin or other substances. Antibiotics may treat boils ...

A lymphatic drainage massage at home sounds like a dream. Self-care is more important than ever, and we’re looking for new ways to create moments of respite. This is especially true when we don't feel ...

Colleen Murphy is a senior editor at Health. She has extensive experience with interviewing healthcare providers, deciphering medical research, and writing and editing health articles in an ...

There’s nothing worse than taking a shower and having the water pool at your ankles because of a blocked drain. While a plunger may be an effective cleaning gadget for your toilet, it’s not as ...

DIY Kitchens claims to supply kitchens at lower prices than other major retailers by cutting out the cost of showrooms. It has one main kitchen range, the Innova, which is a factory assembled range ...

Stock your pantry with homemade dry soup mixes! Learn to assemble and safely store bean and pasta soup mixes for cozy winter ...