In most cases, a cesarean section birth is not expected. It may be needed because of concerns about the baby, the mother, or the baby's passage through the birth canal.

Pelvic laparoscopy is often used to diagnose and treat the causes of pelvic problems, such as pain and infertility.

A hysterectomy is an operation to remove the uterus. It can relieve such symptoms as severe pain and bleeding. If you have cancer, it may save your life.

If you often have a painful burning feeling in your chest after you eat, you may have GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease).

Gallstones form when certain substances in the bile crystallize and become solid. Read on for details about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.

Vasectomy is a simple and safe surgical procedure that makes a man unable to get a woman pregnant. It is a permanent form of birth control.

Your uterine bleeding may be heavy. Or you may have bleeding between periods. These problems may be caused by hormonal imbalance. Or they can be caused by uterine growths, an intrauterine device (IUD), bleeding disorder, or pregnancy.

Crohn's disease causes swelling, inflammation, and irritation in the digestive tract. It is a form of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Read on to learn more.

Regular exercise can help you adapt to the changes your body is going through during pregnancy. Exercising may help you relax, and it gets you ready for labor and delivery.

During the months or years before menopause, your body goes through many changes. Read on to understand these changes and what you can do about the symptoms that result.