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Congenital pulmonary airway malformation (CPAM) is a rare lung condition. It happens when a baby’s airways and lungs do not develop the way they should before birth. The baby's lungs form with cysts and other abnormal areas of lung tissue. A cyst...

Proton radiation therapy uses strong beams of protons to kill cancer cells. It helps control the growth of some types of tumors. It can also shrink them.

As babies grow and develop, they learn how to sit and balance on their own. Practicing helps them build the motor skills and strength for stable sitting. You can help your baby if they haven't been able to get into this position by the time they're...

Health coaching helps you manage chronic conditions and make healthy changes. Coaches don't replace your doctor. They teach about your condition and medicines, set goals, build habits, and check in.

Aphasia is a loss of language skills. People with aphasia may not be able to express their thoughts (expressive aphasia) or understand others (receptive aphasia). Read on to learn more.

This topic tells what an endoscopic ultrasound (IUS) test is, how it's done, and what to expect from it.

Electrothermal therapy is often done in a hospital or surgery center. You won't need to stay overnight. Before the procedure, you and your healthcare provider will discuss how you need to prepare.

With hammertoes, one or more toes curl or bend abnormally. This can be caused by an inherited muscle problem, an abnormal bone length, or poor foot mechanics. There are many nonsurgical treatments for hammertoes, but if these are not effective, you may want to consider surgery.

To help the bone heal properly, you may need to wear a cast. If you do, always keep it dry. Your doctor will tell you whether you can bear weight on your foot while it heals. They may also prescribe a surgical shoe for you to wear.