Osteoporosis is a disease that causes weak, thinning bones. This leaves the bones at greater risk of breaking. The bones most often affected are the hips, spine, and wrists.

Fibromyalgia is a condition that causes pain in muscles and soft tissues all over the body. It is an ongoing (chronic) condition. It can affect your neck, shoulders, back, chest, hips, buttocks, arms and legs.

To help the orthopedist determine your treatment, you'll need a physical exam, a medical history profile, and a description of symptoms.

Members of your treatment team may include an orthopedic surgeon, a rheumatologist, and a physical therapist. Read on for details.

Chickenpox is a common childhood disease that causes an itchy, blistering rash and is easily spread to others. Read more about it.

Cancer of the endometrium is a disease in which cancer cells are found in the lining of the uterus. It is highly curable when found early.

Alcohol-induced liver disease is caused by heavy use of alcohol. The liver's job is to break down alcohol. If you drink more than it can process, it can become badly damaged.

A woman is generally most fertile (able to become pregnant) a few days before, during, and after ovulation.

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a group of emotional and physical symptoms many women have in the days before their period starts. Lifestyle changes and sometimes medicines can help manage symptoms.

If you tend to worry a lot, even when there’s no reason, you may have generalized anxiety disorder or GAD. Medicine and lifestyle changes can help.