Will there ever be a cure for cancer? The first cases of breast cancer are thought to have been recorded about 1600 BC in Egypt. The Papyrus describes eight cases of tumors that were treated by cauterization. However, the writing…
Patients often come to see the doctor with lumps in the groin area. These lumps can be quite difficult to diagnose just on the basis of examination findings alone, because there are quite a few conditions that can cause lumps…
With the recent controversy over New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg pushing to outlaw large sodas in the Big Apple, it might not be a bad time to learn what the nutrition facts on those bottles mean and what they…
Insomnia is generally understood as being unable to sleep at night, but the condition is a complex one and goes beyond this simple evaluation. It can involve waking up early, waking regularly during the night and often takes sufferers a…
Obesity is no longer a scourge plaguing the adults alone. It has now become one of the major health problems afflicting the lives of children and teenagers. The American Obesity Association reveals that in the United States alone about 1…
Recent reports show that hip replacement surgeries are more and more successful and many patients get a new chance of enjoying life without having to deal with pain while moving or during their daily activities. With every year that goes…
Premature Ejaculation is a condition that affects as many as 1 in 3 men around the world. Aside from being embarrassing, it’s an issue that if left unresolved can ruin relationships. If you’re finding that you consistently ejaculate within two…
Dental Implants are artificial “root devices” that are attached by a periodontist into the jaw to support a replacement tooth and are commonly manufactured from titanium material. Dental implants are used primarily used to replace tooth loss or teeth as…