Anesthetics may numb only 1 region of your body, or they may let you sleep during surgery. These medicines are given by trained specialists. Whenever possible, regional anesthesia is used so you can be awake during your baby's birth.

Hepatitis means inflammation of the liver. Hepatitis C virus (HCV) can lead to lifelong liver disease. This includes chronic hepatitis, cirrhosis, liver failure, and liver cancer.

Traditionally, ulcers were thought to be caused by too much spicy food, stress, or anxiety. We now know that most ulcers are likely due to infection with bacteria known as Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori).

Hormone therapy (HT) increases your levels of the hormones estrogen and progesterone. This can help reduce symptoms of menopause.

Endometriosis can cause symptoms such as pain. The condition can also cause trouble getting pregnant. But endometriosis can be treated. Hormones and surgery are the most common options. Talk with your healthcare provider.

If you’re experiencing pelvic scarring, tubal damage or obstruction, male infertility, or unexplained infertility, in vitro fertilization may help you conceive.

GIFT and ZIFT are two methods to help you conceive. These methods are helpful for many who have problems with mild endometriosis, unexplained infertility, low sperm production, or sperm antibodies.

A healthy diet is important for all people who are nursing and offers many benefits to a new parent. Read on for helpful tips on healthy eating while breastfeeding.

What you eat matters to your baby and your health. Here's a helpful guide to what's safe for you to eat during pregnancy.

Stereotactic breast biopsy is used to take tiny samples of your breast tissue that can be studied under a microscope. This procedure uses X-rays to find the tissue to be removed.