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Internal abdominal injuries from blunt trauma are serious injuries that occur when the body hits or collides with a large object. These types of injuries are most common in contact sports like football, ice hockey, soccer, and lacrosse.

Achalasia is a rare disease that makes it hard to swallow food and liquids. In achalasia, there is a problem with the tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach (esophagus).

Poison control centers are always open - 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. They're staffed by pharmacists, health care providers, nurses, and other experts who are available by phone.

Hypothyroidism is when the thyroid gland doesn't make enough thyroid hormone. The condition is more common in adults. But it’s the most common thyroid disorder in children. Not enough thyroid hormone leads to signs, such as slow growth, lack of activity, and poor performance in school.

HSG is an X-ray test used to view your uterus and fallopian tubes. It's most often used to help diagnose why you are not able to get pregnant.

An upper GI series is an X-ray exam of the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum. This test helps your doctor find problems, such as difficulty swallowing and certain diseases.

If you are very sick or are having a surgical procedure or other treatment, you may need to spend a few days in the hospital. This sheet can help you prepare for an upcoming hospital stay and know what to expect.

PUPPP is a very common skin rash that can occur later in pregnancy. It goes away after the baby is born. Learn about how you can ease the itching it causes.

Posterior fossa decompression helps treat Chiari malformation. It is the most common treatment for this condition.