Colitis is inflammation of the tissue that lines the colon. Ulcerative Colitis Ulcerative colitis is a form ofinflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Ulcerative colitis is most often diagnosed in young adults and does not have a cure. Joos Mind / Photodisc / Getty Images Its not known what causes ulcerative colitis. There are over 200 genes that may be associated with the development of IBD. There are several medications available to treat ulcerative colitis....

The test is particularly useful if you experience constipation on a chronic basis. Colonic transit time is the amount of time that it takes for a substance to move through your colon. Taking a measurement of this time provides useful information as to the severity of your digestive problem. Thomas Barwick / Getty Images Colonic transit time measurements are also used in research to assess the effect of treatment ongut motility....

If you’re considering laser surgery for acosmetic procedure, you may come across various types of laser procedures. While they all have similar features, each laser procedure has different effects. Let’s look at which lasers work best for common skin conditions. ARICAN/E+ / Getty Images Lasers are monochromatic, meaning a given laser emits light of only one wavelength. Ablative vs. Nonablative Lasers There are two basic lasers used for cosmetic purposes:ablativeand non-ablative....

However, creating avaccinewas a massive task because researchers initially knew little about the virus. Also, at first, it wasnt even clear if a vaccine would be possible. Since that time, researchers have made unprecedented strides. Geber86/ E+/ Getty Images They have designed several vaccines in a much faster time frame than has ever been done before. This article explains vaccine development, the different types of COVID-19 vaccines, and how they work....

These similarities can make your condition harder to diagnose. It’s important to put any signs or symptoms in perspective. Change in Stool Color The color of a bowel movement is often influenced by diet. Verywell / Brianna Gilmartin When color change is due to a food or a supplement, there’s usually no cause for worry. For constipation, eating fiber, drinking water, or getting some exercise may do the trick. If you also experience symptoms of fever, bleeding, or severe abdominal pain, see your healthcare provider....

Read on to learn about the medications used to manage PCOS symptoms. Some drug therapies can regulate hormones to restore a normalmenstrual cycle. There are medications that can improve the chances of getting pregnant for those experiencing infertility. Dan Dalton / Getty Images these treatments are used either alone or in combination. In addition to exercise and diet, drug therapies are sometimes used to assist with weight loss. Hyperandrogenism Women with PCOS often have elevated levels of male hormones (androgens), includingtestosterone....

Each bang out of EDS affects different parts of the body. Classic-bang out and hypermobility are the most common types of EDS. The other types are rarer. FatCamera / Getty Images What all the types have in common is hypermobilitya large range of motion of the joints. Hernias, GI or bladder outpouchings, and uterine prolapse may be seen. About 6% of patients have aortic root dilatation or mitral valve prolapse....

However, symptoms can be managed with medication. ljubaphoto / Getty Images What Is the Goal of Endometriosis Medication? The goal of endometriosis medication is to stop or minimize symptoms so they don’t interfere with daily life. ljubaphoto / Getty Images Antibiotics have also shown some promise in recent studies. Your body can build a tolerance to the drugs, which can lead to taking higher doses over time. This can increase your risk of addiction....

The three types of eye care professionals are optometrists, ophthalmologists, and opticians. An optometrist is licensed to examine eyes and diagnose and treat eye problems. An optician is not an eye doctor but rather a technician who specializes in fitting eyeglasses and contact lenses. Jetta Productions / Getty Images Optometristsalso called doctors of optometry (OD)often act as primary eye care practitioners. They can: Their scope of practice varies by state....

Eye infections happen because of viruses, bacteria, and fungi. They can affect any part of the eye, including the eyelid. An infection can affect one eye at a time or both. Celeste Muñoz / EyeEm / Getty Images Celeste Munoz / EyeEm / Getty Images Types Conjunctivitis Another name forconjunctivitisis pink eye. If due to an infection, conjunctivitis can be easily spread from person to person. Treatment Usually, conjunctivitis goes away on its own within seven to 10 days....

Uterine fibroids can appear in different locations and cause different symptoms Uterine fibroids are extremely common. In other cases, fibroids can causesymptomslike heavy periods, pain, or trouble getting pregnant. Symptoms overlap among the different types, but certain types can be more likely to cause certain symptoms. Verywell / Julie Bang The most common symptom of all fibroids is heavy or prolonged menses. Fibroids are all made up of muscle fiber that originates in the uterus....

Foot infections are often mild and easily treated at home, particularly fungal ones. Others can get worse and spread into the bloodstream, especially bacterial ones, and require aggressive medical treatment. The roots of the fungus can easily penetrate damp, softened tissues. Verywell/Brianna Gilmartin Infection can occur by simply touching a moist, contaminated surface with your foot. Fungal foot infections can be persistent and hard to treat, but they are rarely life-threatening....

Ankle Bones and Break Locations A broken ankle is not one specific injury. The ankle is a complex joint that forms where the following bones come together. If you fracture your ankle, there may be a break in one or more of these. Jan-Otto / Getty Images The ends of these bones form a cup shape that the talus bone sits within. Talus fractures can also happen, but they are less common....