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The shoulder joint is enclosed by a sheet of ligaments and other tough fibers called the capsule. During a shoulder dislocation, fibers in the capsule can pull on the labrum and cause it to tear. A Bankart lesion is the name for a tear that happens in the lower rim of the tough, flexible tissue (labrum) of the shoulder.

If both you and your partner have had sex only with each other for many years, you are not likely to be at risk for STIs. But if you have sex with more than one person, or recently had a new sex partner, this sheet is for you.

Your doctor prescribed a continuous passive motion (CPM) machine to use after surgery. Read on to learn about using it at home.

Males may have fewer symptoms of STIs than females. Read on to learn what those symptoms are.

In women, warning signs of STDs (sexually transmitted diseases) can be hard to notice. So learn about your body. Find out what's normal for you. And be sure to have any changes or symptoms checked out.

The colon and rectum have a smooth lining composed of millions of cells. Changes in these cells can lead to growths in the colon called polyps. These can become cancerous and should be removed. Read on to learn more.

Follow these step-by-step instructions for the pendulum exercise. This stretching exercise for your shoulder can improve flexibility, increase range of motion, and reduce pain.

Carbon monoxide is a deadly gas you can't see or smell. Breathing in even small amounts can make you sick. Large amounts can be fatal. Know the signs and symptoms.

There is no easy way to recover from a sexual assault. But getting the medical care and support you need is a good place to start.