Understanding Aortic Valve Regurgitation

Aortic valve regurgitation is when the aortic valve leaks. The aortic valve is one of the heart's four valves. It is on the left side of the heart. It sits between the lower chamber (ventricle) and the large blood vessel that sends blood to the body (aorta).

Understanding Ear Barotrauma

Ear barotrauma is a type of ear damage. Learn more about this condition, including causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.

Simple Kidney Cysts

Simple kidney cysts are fluid-filled sacs that form in your kidneys. These cysts often don't affect how the kidneys function. Simple kidney cysts are very common. They rarely need treatment. Most people don't even know that they have them. Read on to learn more.

Understanding AC Joint Sprain

The AC (acromioclavicular) joint is where the shoulder blade (scapula) meets the collarbone (clavicle). An AC joint sprain occurs when an injury damages the ligaments in the AC joint.

Understanding Selective Mutism

Selective mutism is a condition in which a child can't speak in certain settings, but can speak fine in others. Learn about its causes, symptoms, and diagnosis.