Fusing vertebrae in the lumbar spine may help ease lower back and leg pain. Anterior lumbar fusion is done through an incision in your stomach area. Depending on how many vertebrae are fused, the surgery may take from 3 to 8 hours.

Schizophrenia is a severe and puzzling brain disorder. It dramatically alters the way a person thinks, acts, and feels. Read on to learn more.

Schizoaffective disorder is a serious and puzzling brain disorder. It combines symptoms of bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. The symptoms are often severe and ongoing.

You've just had a baby. You know you should be excited and happy. Instead you find yourself crying for no reason. You feel sad, tired, and hopeless most of the time. You may even feel ashamed or guilty. Postpartum depression is not your fault. Read on to learn how to get help and feel better.

People with personality disorders have a hard time forming normal relationships. They often have trouble with school or work. And they may often feel depressed, sad, and alone. There are many types of personality disorders. Each has specific symptoms.

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) means having constant, intrusive fears (obsessions) that cause you extreme anxiety. Examples include repeated, relentless thoughts about germs, or constant worry that you left the door unlocked. Certain behaviors (compulsions) help relieve the anxiety.

Dysthymia is a mild form of depression that may last for years. More women than men have dysthymia. It's not known just what causes this disorder. It's not as severe as other types of depression, but it does affect well-being.

When a person has a delusional disorder, they believe things that aren't true. For instance, your loved one may be convinced that others want to harm him or her. Or your loved one might believe that they are ill when that is not true.

Bulimia nervosa is a disorder in which food intake gets out of control. Having this eating disorder is nothing to be ashamed of. Talk to your healthcare provider or another person you trust. You may find it's a relief just to tell someone.

There are four general types of kidney stones. Your kidney stone's size and shape determine whether it is likely to pass by itself. Knowing what your stone is made of helps your health care provider find its cause.