Medical Intel
How We Diagnose and Treat Patients with Chronic Pancreatitis
Whenever we eat or drink, we’re putting the pancreas to work. The pancreas is a large gland that’s tucked behind…
Missing Teeth? Dental Implants Could Be the Solution
Some people feel uncomfortable smiling for the camera because of a missing front tooth or have trouble eating because of…
Why It’s Important to Treat Endometriosis Sooner than Later
In most women, the endometrium—the mucous membrane lining the uterus—grows inside the uterus and sheds during the monthly period. But…
The Lowdown on Diarrhea: When is It Time to See a Doctor?
Diarrhea is a menace in the form of hard-to-control bowel movements and loose, watery stools three or more times per…
Hallucinations, Confusion, Dizziness: Symptoms of ICU Delirium
“You’re trying to steal me!” “Don’t put me in that oven!” These are actual comments we’ve heard in the intensive…
Small Gland, Big Impact: Functional and Nonfunctional Pituitary Tumors
The pituitary gland is a tiny organ, only about the size of a pea, located at the base of your…