Asthma and COPD

If you have COPD, you may also have asthma. A disease called asthma-COPD overlap includes parts of both conditions. Read on for details about symptoms, treatment, and self-care tips.

Your Gastro-Jejunum (G-J) Tube

The G-J tube sends liquid food directly to your stomach or small intestine. You have been given this tube specifically to get liquid food into your small intestine.

Understanding Pterygium

A pterygium is a wedge-shaped growth on your eye. It may be white, pink, or red in color. It is not cancer.

Understanding Prostate MRI

This test is mainly used to diagnose prostate cancer and see if it has spread. It may also be used to help with a biopsy of prostate tissue.

Understanding Post Sepsis Syndrome

Sepsis is the body’s extreme immune response to an infection. If a person survives sepsis, they may have long-term effects, including fatigue, sleep problems, and chronic pain.

Understanding Perimenstrual Asthma (PMA)

Perimenstrual asthma (PMA) occurs when a woman’s asthma symptoms get worse right before her menstrual period. Asthma flare-ups can occur, and asthma symptoms can be more severe during this time.