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A hernia won't heal on its own. You'll need surgery to fix the defect in the abdominal wall. Read on to learn what to expect before, during, and after surgery.

Here is an immunization schedule for teens based on the latest CDC National Immunization Program recommendations.

McArdle disease is a rare muscle disorder. The symptoms often appear in childhood. But some people are not diagnosed until later as an adult. Learn more about the disease, including the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.

Minimally invasive spine surgery is a type of surgery on the bones of your backbone (spine). This type of surgery uses smaller cuts (incisions) than standard surgery, often causing less harm to nearby muscles and other tissues. Learn more about why and how it's done, and what the risks are.

This is a type of surgery to fix a disk in the lower back. Minimally invasive surgery uses 2 or more small cuts (incisions) instead of 1 large incision. This may lead to less pain after surgery, and faster recovery.

Thoracic outlet syndrome is a set of symptoms in the shoulder, arm, or hand. It occurs from a narrowing of the thoracic outlet. Read this to learn about treatment options, possible complications, and for ideas for how to prevent it.

Sixth nerve palsy is a problem with eye movement. It happens because of a problem with the sixth cranial nerve. Learn about treatment for the condition.

This infection is caused by a type of germ (bacteria). It often spreads through contaminated food, such as undercooked meat. It can be a cause of traveler's diarrhea.

Ground lamb joins roasted eggplant and feta cheese in these tasty pocket sandwiches.