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A mammogram can help find problems in your breasts, such as cysts or cancer. Breast implants can interfere with taking and reading mammograms. It's important to let your doctor know that you have breast implants before getting a mammogram. Here's what to expect before, during, and after the test.

Certain diseases or a blockage in the portal vein can cause blood pressure to rise in this vein. This often leads to fluid buildup in the abdomen (ascites) and massive bleeding. The TIPS procedure helps ease the pressure in the portal vein. Here's what you can expect when you have the procedure.

The trick to coping with PMS is to work helpful strategies into your daily life. Read on to learn more.

With your healthcare provider's help, you may find a medicine that works for you. Make sure you know how to use your medicine. Take medicines only as directed. And always read warning labels.

Needle breast biopsies can be done in a doctor's office or in an outpatient setting. A needle or special probe is used to remove samples through the skin.

After surgery, your body needs time to recover. You will receive information about helping your body heal and what you can and cannot do. This sheet can help you know what to watch for and when to call your doctor.

Learn more about cystography, a detailed X-ray exam of your bladder.

Magnetic resonance angiography (MRA) is an imaging test that looks at your blood vessels. Read on to learn all about having an MRA.

You have been discharged with a T-tube, which is shaped like the letter T. It is put in place after bile duct surgery to drain bile while the duct is healing. The T-tube will be left in place for up to several weeks. Here's what you can do at home to aid your recovery.