Thrombocytopenia occurs when there are fewer platelets in the blood than normal. Platelets help stop or control bleeding when you have a cut or wound. If you have thrombocytopenia, you may be at higher risk for bruising and bleeding.

Neutrophils are a type of white blood cell. Their main job is to help the body fight bacterial and fungal infections. Neutropenia occurs when there are fewer neutrophils in the blood than normal. It can range from mild to severe.

An abscess is a sac of pus. A dental abscess forms when a tooth or the tissue around it becomes infected with bacteria. Read on to learn more.

After a stroke, it may take some time before you feel ready to have sex again. Reading this sheet can help you understand some of what you're feeling. It can also help you work with your partner to rebuild intimacy and find ways to enjoy sex again.

MASLD is a common liver disease. It occurs when there is too much fat in the liver. MASLD is not caused by drinking alcohol. This sheet tells you more about MASLD and how it can be managed.

Continuous epidural infusion is a way to give pain medicine. The medicine is sent to the spinal cord and nerves. This is done through a soft tube (catheter). The catheter is put in the spine into the epidural space, which surrounds your spinal cord.

The best way to prevent Lyme disease is to not get bitten by a tick. Here's what you need to know about prevention, and what to do if you have a tick.

You've been told that you have celiac disease. This means that you are sensitive to a protein called gluten. Gluten is found in certain grains. When you ingest gluten, your immune system causes harm to your small intestines. The treatment for celiac disease is to stay away from foods and products that contain gluten. This sheet gives you the basics about a gluten-free diet.

After gastric bypass surgery, you will need to learn a new way to eat and drink. Your new stomach pouch is much smaller than it was before. And it has a small opening at the bottom called a stoma. This can become blocked by food if you are not careful. Here are guidelines.

A HIDA scan is an imaging test. It can be used to check for problems in the liver, gallbladder, and bile ducts.