Abdominal pain is very common in children, and in many cases there's no serious cause. But stomach pain can sometimes point to a serious problem, such as appendicitis, so it is important to know when to seek help.

Dry-powder inhalers (DPIs) deliver measured doses of powdered medicine into your lungs. Read on to learn how to use yours correctly.

As soon as PID has been diagnosed, it should treated with antibiotics. Two or more types of antibiotics may be taken at the same time. This ensures that all the bacteria are killed. It's very important to take all of your medicine as prescribed, or the infection may not go away.

If you have PID, talking about it can be hard. But your health is at stake. If a recent STI caused your PID, your partner must be tested and treated. If you've had PID for many years, you and your partner may now need to discuss problems such as infertility.

Complications from untreated PID can take many years to develop. The longer a woman has untreated PID, the greater the chance that these problems will occur.

The years leading up to menopause can be hard both physically and emotionally. These tips can help you cope.

A Pap test is an important part of screening for cervical cancer, but most women don't need it every year.

Laparoscopic tubal sterilization is an effective form of permanent birth control.

Learn what to expect during a laparoscopic tubal sterilization.

Cardiomyopathy means heart muscle disease. If you have cardiomyopathy, you have a problem with the muscle tissue that makes up your heart. Your heart may not be pumping as well as it should. Read on to learn more.