Selective mutism is when a child can't speak in certain settings, but can speak fine in others. For example, a child may not be able to speak at school, but can speak with no problem at home. It is called selective mutism because the child is only mute in certain situations.

Scleral buckling surgery is a type of eye surgery. It's done to correct a detached retina. It can restore vision.

A gastrointestinal stromal tumor is a rare type of cancer. It occurs in the gastrointestinal or digestive tract.

Larynx-closure exercises can help you swallow better. They are used if you have trouble swallowing (dysphagia). Over time, these exercises may help you to swallow normally again.

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a clot in the deep veins of your leg. Intermittent pneumatic compression uses a simple machine to help prevent DVT.

Here are the health screenings that most men ages 18 to 39 need.

Here are the screening tests and immunizations for infants from birth to age 2. Talk with your child's doctor to make sure this schedule is OK for your baby.

This is a summary of the preventive healthcare screening schedules for children and teens, ages 2 to 18. The schedules are mainly for children who don't have special health risks.

Print this chart to keep track of your blood sugar, blood pressure, blood lipids, urine albumin, and weight to help control your diabetes.

This surgery is done to remove parts of the pancreas, parts of the small intestine, and certain other organs. Learn why it's done, what happens before and after surgery, and how to care for yourself afterwards.