Erectile dysfunction (ED) drugs have become so popular in the US—about 20% of American men over age 45 have used them—that the most obvious and safest solution to the problem is now being largely ...

Your doctor may someday suggest that you get a heart-regulating medical device called an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) placed in your chest. And you might be tempted to agree right away...

Easy ways to bounce back quickly… Most adults are familiar with that woozy state that occurs after undergoing anesthesia for surgery or even a screening procedure such as colonoscopy. In most cases...

Four out of five people think that sugar causes cavities, but that’s not true. The real culprits are bacteria in the mouth that feed on sugar and other carbs, then release acids that dissolve tooth ...

Outpatient Surgery Survival Guide How to reduce the risks and recover faster Of the approximately 35 million annual surgeries in the US, outpatient procedures account for at least 60% of them. Adv...

This crucial gland can be damaged by certain drugs, infections and more. Pancreatitis is a condition that most people associate with heavy drinking. Facts not widely known: Nearly two-thirds of the ...

Don’t expect a quick solution, or even an accurate diagnosis, if you’re suffering from fatigue. You might have to see a lot of experts before you get the right answer. Reason: Even though doctor...

People who undergo weight-loss surgery can double the amount of weight they lose by taking one very simple step. No, they don’t have to jump through any hoops or spend a lot of money. All they need...

Got a smattering of hard white, yellowish or skin-colored bumps on the skin under your eyes? You may think that they’re particularly persistent pimples—but they’re probably syringomas, or benign...

Breast tomosynthesis, commonly called 3D mammography, is a relatively new imaging technique that catches more breast cancers than regular 2D mammograms—while more accurately identifying harmless spo...