Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) causes harmless cysts in the ovaries and other symptoms. Learn more about how it affects your body and what the symptoms are.

If your pelvic organ prolapse is mild or doesn't bother you much, or if you have health conditions that make surgery too risky, nonsurgical treatment may be a good choice. A device (pessary) to wear in your vagina can help ease your symptoms. You may also be given certain exercises (Kegels) and asked to make lifestyle changes.

Pelvic organ prolapse is when 1 or more of the pelvic organs slip from their normal positions. Normally, muscles and tissues in the pelvic region support the pelvic organs and hold them in place.

If you have asthma, you can enjoy sports if you know how to do them safely. Here is how to put safety first.

Ask your healthcare provider which sports and exercises are best for you. Here is a picture that shows many fun activities. Circle the sports you enjoy or would like to try.

Your side may hurt so much that you called your doctor. Or maybe you went straight to the hospital emergency room. If the symptoms came on quickly, you may have appendicitis. This is an infection of the appendix. Surgery can remove the infection and relieve your symptoms. Read on to learn more.

Most people recover quickly after an appendectomy. Here's what you can expect after surgery.

Peripheral angioplasty is a procedure that helps open blockages in peripheral arteries. These vessels carry blood to your lower body, legs, and arms.

Angiography is safe. But any procedure has risks and possible complications. Before you have any procedure, you should understand the possible risks. Here are the common risks for angiography.

Shock wave lithotripsy is a treatment that breaks a kidney stone into smaller pieces that are easier to pass. This treatment is also called extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL).