Blood clots are among the most feared medical emergencies, and for good reason. They can lead to heart attacks, strokes and death. But not all clots are dangerous. In fact, clotting is a natural and often lifesaving bodily function that helps stop bleeding ...

A bruise forms when small blood vessels under the skin break after an injury, causing blood to pool and discolour the area. While most bruises are harmless, deeper injuries can sometimes lead to blood clots. According to a study published in the Archives ...

Doctors have urged people to look out for a symptom in the legs that could signal a potentially fatal medical problem

Sometimes, “your feet are the first place where you can see warning signs of things like diabetes or vascular disease or even skin cancer,” says Hira Mirza, a podiatrist at CLS Health in Houston. “If you look closely enough, it really is a window to the rest of your health.”

Some told of ignoring their own medical emergencies until it was almost too late, or shared about loved ones who died after not receiving care in time. They gave advice on how to take care of myself, and suggested questions I should ask my doctors.

Victor Wembanyama is expected to miss the remainder of the regular season with deep vein thrombosis in his right shoulder, the San Antonio Spurs announced Thursday. This, obviously, is not a standard sports injury. Wembanyama didn't tear a muscle or break ...