PUPPP is a very common skin rash that can occur later in pregnancy.

A neck fracture is a break (fracture) in one or more bones in the neck.

An abscess is a pocket of infection that has liquid called pus. A pocket of infection like this in the prostate gland is called a prostate abscess.

A chiari malformation is a problem in the structure of the skull and brain. It is often present at birth.

A strip craniectomy is a type of surgery done on the skull. It treats craniosynostosis.

Endoscopic third ventriculostomy (ETV) is a type of brain surgery. It treats hydrocephalus. This condition is when cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) builds up in the brain.

Many people have consistently low self-esteem. This means they don’t feel good about themselves most of the time.

Continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) is a special type of dialysis. It’s mostly used to help very sick people whose kidneys suddenly start to fail.

Hemodialysis is often done in a hospital or dialysis center. But it may also be done at home. This is called home hemodialysis (HHD).

It's normal to feel anxious before having surgery. Here are some ways to make you feel more comfortable about your pending procedure.