What is a urinary (YOOR-uh-nair-ee) tract infection (UTI)? A UTI is an infection anywhere in the urinary tract. The urinary tract makes and stores urine and removes it from the body. Parts of the urinary tract include: Kidneys — collect…
Varicose Veins
What are varicose veins and spider veins? Varicose (VAR-i-kos) veins are enlarged veins that can be blue, red, or flesh-colored. They often look like cords and appear twisted and bulging. They can be swollen and raised above the surface of…
Insomnia
What is insomnia? Insomnia is a common sleep disorder. If you have insomnia, you may: Lie awake for a long time and have trouble falling asleep Wake up a lot and have trouble returning to sleep Wake up too early…
Fibromyalgia
What is fibromyalgia? Fibromyalgia (fye-bro-mye-AL-ja) is a disorder that causes aches and pain all over the body. People with fibromyalgia also have “tender points” throughout their bodies. Tender points are specific places on the neck, shoulders, back, hips, arms, and…
Acne Treatments
How is mild acne treated? There are many treatments for mild acne. Mild acne can consist of whiteheads, blackheads and small pustules. At home, you can wash your face twice per day with warm water and a gentle cleanser or…
Acne Types and Triggers
What are the different types of acne lesions? Comedo (whiteheads or blackheads) or papules. The comedo is the basic acne lesion, which is a plugged pore. If the plugged pore stays under the skin, it’s called a closed comedo and…