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Radiation therapy can cause several side effects. Most of them will go away once treatment ends. The ones you have depend on the location of the tumor. These tips can help you care for your skin after radiation therapy.

Learn how these common conditions affecting the toes are treated.

Each day that your blood pressure is too high, your chances of having a stroke are increased.

Trigger finger is an inflammation of tissue inside your finger or thumb. It is also called tenosynovitis.

The treatment for trigger finger may be nonsurgical or surgical, depending on how severe your condition is. Your healthcare provider can talk to you about the best choice for you.

If you keep pushing your muscles, damage to the tendons adds up and tendonitis develops. Pain and swelling may limit your activities. But with your healthcare provider's help, tendonitis can be controlled.

Corns and calluses can form on the foot due to rubbing or pressure.

Skin cancer is a serious disease that can affect anyone. It is the most common form of cancer. If caught early, skin cancer can often be treated with success. But in some cases, it is life-threatening. To play it safe, start doing monthly skin checkups. If you see any changes in your skin, contact your doctor right away.

Uterine prolapse occurs when the uterus drops into the vagina. In severe cases, the uterus may stick out from the vagina. The goal of surgery is to repair the problem and ease your symptoms.