When vulvar cancer is detected and treated early, the cure rate is greater than 90 percent. When vulvar cancer is detected and treated early, the cure rate is greater than 90 percent. The key to a cure is to notify your doctor as soon as you notice any warning signs and to have a biopsy …

Acute limb ischemia caused by DVT is a rare and potentially fatal complication that can result in arterial circulation impairment or limb gangrene Acute limb ischemia is typically caused by a sudden blockage of arterial blood flow, but in rare cases can be caused by deep venous thrombosis (DVT). Acute limb ischemia caused by DVT is a rare and potentially …

Aspiration can occur when food enters the trachea instead of the esophagus, getting stuck in your airways and triggering your body to cough Aspiration can occur when food enters the trachea instead of the esophagus, getting stuck in your airways and triggering your body to cough. If the food isn’t expelled, you can experience following symptoms: Violent cough when eating …

Supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) is typically not serious unless you have an underlying heart condition. Learn about symptoms and when to call a doctor Supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) is typically not serious unless you have an underlying heart condition like atrial fibrillation. However, frequent and continuous SVT can lead to heart diseases and in rare cases, SVT can cause serious problems, such as …

COVID-19 mainly spreads via airborne particles and respiratory droplets formed when an infected person breathes, talks, coughs, or sneezes COVID-19 mainly spreads via airborne particles and respiratory droplets formed when an infected person breathes, talks, coughs, or sneezes. These particles and droplets contain the SARS-CoV-2 virus that causes COVID-19. Exposure and risk of transmission increases if the infected person is …

Most cases of diaper rash are mild and resolve with simple at-home remedies; however, here is when you should be concerned about the rash. Diaper rash (diaper dermatitis) is a common skin condition that affects babies. It appears as a red patch over your baby’s bottom and inner sides of their thigh and usually resolves with simple at-home remedies. Only …

Manic episodes in bipolar II disorder are generally mild or short-lived (hypomania), and the person may be more prone to depression than mania Bipolar II disorder is characterized by episodes of elevated mood interspersed with episodes of depression. Unlike bipolar I disorder where the manic episodes are severe and persistent, manic episodes in bipolar II disorder are generally mild or …

Babies start teething at around 6-12 months, although some may begin teething as early as 4 months. Each baby is different when it comes to teething Babies start teething at around 6-12 months, although some may begin teething as early as 4 months. In rare cases, a baby may be born with their first teeth (natal teeth). By age 3, …

Most babies can sit at about 9 months and may be able to get in and out of a sitting posture with a little support. Learn about child development milestones Most babies can sit without assistance at about 9 months and may be able to get in and out of a sitting posture with a little support. Below are the …

If you have a broken rib you must restrict activities, gently massage the affected area, take painkillers, and practice deep breathing exercises. A broken rib, medically known as rib fracture, is an emergency condition for which you should receive immediate medical help. Your doctor will ask you to do the following if they diagnose a broken rib: Restrict activities that …