An often-underdiagnosed condition called pelvic congestion syndrome can be identified and treated by National Vascular ...

That dull ache in your lower stomach that moves to your back is not unusual. Doctors explain why this happens and when it could signal a serious problem.

The gallbladder acts as a storage reservoir for bile, a fluid essential for breaking down dietary fats. Biliary colic often strikes after fatty meals when the organ contracts against a blockage. Pain ...

Elevated cholesterol levels have become a growing health concern over the past few years. When left uncontrolled, high cholesterol levels can lead to serious health complications, including heart ...

Kidney cancer is a disease where cancer cells begin to develop abnormally in the kidneys. As cancer cells grow rapidly, they can form a tumor, and eventually, the cancer can spread to other parts of ...

Minor leg pain can be relieved with rest, ice, compression, and elevation. Severe leg pain may be caused by an underlying condition requiring medication, physical therapy, or surgery. Acute leg pain ...

Statins are a cornerstone of heart health, but muscle pain and weakness cause many patients to quit taking them. Scientists have now identified the precise molecular trigger behind these side effects.

For one in five Americans, chronic pain is inescapable, calmed only by a laundry list of medications and being forced to scale back on the demands of everyday life. Of the 51 million adults suffering ...

A neural circuit hidden in an understudied region of the brain plays a critical role in turning temporary pain into pain that can last months or years, according to new University of Colorado Boulder ...

A neural circuit hidden in an understudied region of the brain plays a critical role in turning temporary pain into pain that can last months or years, according to new University of Colorado Boulder ...

Penodynia and vulvodynia are nociplastic pain conditions frequently associated with specific psychological profiles. In both conditions, management should be multimodal, combining psychological and ...