Mar 25, 2025 · Living wills and other advance directives describe your treatment preferences in end-of-life situations when you can't speak for yourself.

Jun 11, 2022 · Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) occurs when a blood clot (thrombus) forms in one or more of the deep veins in the body, usually in the legs. Deep vein thrombosis can cause leg …

Dec 19, 2023 · Overview Spina bifida is a condition that occurs when the spine and spinal cord don't form properly. It's a type of neural tube defect. The neural tube is the structure in a …

May 17, 2025 · Muscular dystrophy is a group of diseases that causes muscles to become weaker and lose mass over time. The condition is caused by changes in the genes that make proteins …

Jul 20, 2024 · Overview Acne is a skin condition that occurs when your hair follicles become plugged with oil and dead skin cells. It causes whiteheads, blackheads or pimples. Acne is …

Nov 21, 2024 · Talk of helplessness, hopelessness or worthlessness. Forms of self-injury Self-injury mostly happens in private. Usually, it's done in a controlled manner or the same way …

Nov 30, 2023 · Causes Tooth decay causes cavities. This is a process that occurs over time. Here's how tooth decay happens: Plaque forms. Dental plaque is a clear sticky film that coats …

Glucosamine is a natural compound found in cartilage — the tough tissue that cushions joints. In supplement form, glucosamine is harvested from shells of shellfish or made in a lab. There are …

Jan 1, 2026 · For oral dosage forms (capsules, delayed-release capsules or suspension, or tablets): To treat duodenal ulcers: Adults—20 milligrams (mg) once a day before a meal. Your …

Aug 31, 2023 · Dissociative disorders usually arise as a reaction to shocking, distressing or painful events and help push away difficult memories. Symptoms depend in part on the type of …