Understanding Focal Task-Specific Dystonia (FTSD)

Dystonia is a condition that causes muscle movements that you can’t control. There are many kinds of dystonia. Focal dystonia means it happens in 1 part of the body. Task-specific means it causes problems with certain tasks, such as writing, playing a musical instrument, or playing a sport.

Understanding Tardive Dyskinesia

Tardive dyskinesia (TD) is a condition that causes repeated body movements you can’t control. It’s a side effect that some people may have when taking certain medicines for months or years.

Asthma and COPD

If you have COPD, you may also have asthma. If you do, you'll need treatment for both conditions. Read on for details about symptoms, treatment, and self-care tips.

Understanding Hyperbaric Therapy

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HOBT) is a treatment that is used most often to treat wounds that won’t heal. Learn about why and how it's done.

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.