Leukemia is a type of cancer that starts in the blood-forming tissues of the body, such as the bone marrow and the lymphatic system. It affects how your body produces...

Polycythemia vera (PCV) is a rare blood disorder that causes your bone marrow to make too many red blood cells. These extra cells thicken your blood, making it flow more...

Colon cancer, also known as colorectal cancer when it includes the rectum, is a type of cancer that starts in the large intestine. The colon is a part of your...

Pancreatic cancer is a serious disease that starts in the pancreas — an organ located behind the stomach. The pancreas helps your body digest food and regulate blood sugar by...

Prostate cancer is one of the most common types of cancer in men, especially those over the age of 50. It starts in the prostate gland, a small walnut-shaped gland...

Melanoma is a serious type of skin cancer that starts in melanocytes, the cells that give your skin its color. While it is less common than other skin cancers, melanoma...

Diabetes is a long-term health condition that affects how your body turns food into energy. Normally, when you eat, your body breaks down most of the food into sugar (glucose)....

Edema is a medical term that describes swelling caused by fluid trapped in the body’s tissues. It can happen anywhere in the body, but it’s most commonly seen in the...

Neuropathy is a condition that affects the nerves outside of the brain and spinal cord. These are called peripheral nerves, and they help send messages between your body and brain....

Psoriatic arthritis (often shortened to PsA) is a chronic condition that affects your joints and skin. It is linked to psoriasis, a skin disease that causes red, scaly patches. While...

Scabies is a skin condition caused by tiny mites that burrow into the top layer of your skin. These mites are so small you can’t see them with the naked...

Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the U.S. It happens when skin cells grow in an uncontrolled way. This can lead to spots or bumps that...