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Endometriosis can vary from minimal to severe. Even early stages can cause a large amount of pain. The 4 stages are based on a complex scoring system.

Fiber is what gives strength and structure to plants. Most grains, beans, vegetables, and fruits contain fiber. Foods rich in fiber are often low in calories and fat, and they fill you up more. They may also reduce your risks for certain health problems.

When you visit the ICU, it helps to know what to expect. Because space is limited, you may not be able to bring certain things into the ICU. Check first. Each ICU has its own rules and visiting hours. But most follow some basic guidelines.

Before advising a hysterectomy, your healthcare provider will evaluate your health problem. You and your healthcare provider will go over the results of your exams and tests. Together, you can discuss your choices and make a treatment plan.

A Pap test is an important part of screening for cervical cancer, but most women don't need it every year.

It's important to care for your access to help it last. A problem such as an infection or a blood clot may make your access unusable. Follow these guidelines to help protect your access.

An eye twitch is an involuntary, abnormal blinking of your eyelid. This abnormal blinking may happen many times per day. If eye twitching is severe, it can impair vision.

Starting college can be an exciting time filled with lots of new experiences. It can also be very stressful. As you adjust to college life, you can do many things to manage your stress. Keep these healthy strategies in mind.

Human cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a type of virus. Viruses are tiny organisms that can enter your body and cause disease. CMV is related to the virus that causes herpes. Like many other viruses, CMV can invade human cells. It can then use those cells to reproduce and spread. If the virus makes many copies of itself, it may disrupt how cells normally work.