Endocarditis is a dangerous infection in your child's heart. These instructions can help you care for your child at home.

Infective Endocarditis is an infection of the lining of the heart and/or of the heart valves. It happens when bacteria (germs) enter the bloodstream (bacteremia) and go to the heart. The germs then cause infection in the heart. The germs can enter your bloodstream in a number of ways. It may happen during a dental procedure. It can happen through a cut. Or the germs can come from an infection elsewhere in the body.

Atrial fibrillation can be controlled. With treatment, most people with atrial fibrillation lead normal lives.

You were diagnosed with an asthma attack. Learn how to manage your asthma.

The sooner you become active, the sooner you’ll get back to your normal routine. Follow these tips to protect your healing back.

The sinuses are hollow areas formed by the bones of the face. Sinuses make and drain mucus. This keeps the nasal passages clean and moist. When the sinuses become swollen or infected, the condition is called sinusitis.

Sinusitis can often be managed with self-care. Self-care can keep sinuses moist and make you feel more comfortable. Remember to follow your health care provider's instructions closely, which can make a big difference in getting your sinus problem under control.

Follow these helpful tips to prevent getting colds and other infections.

Outpatient surgery is also called same-day or ambulatory surgery. This sheet gives you more information about how to prepare.

Both the brain and the body are involved in the pain response. The brain "reads" the pain signals from the body. This means that your mind has some control over how pain signals are processed. Mind-body therapies may help change how your brain "reads" pain signals.