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When cancer cells start growing out of control in the female reproductive system — cervix, ovaries, uterus, vulva and vagina — it's known as gynecologic cancer. Routine screenings like a pap test and HPV DNA tests are smart ways for women and people assigned females at birth (AFABs) to be in tune with their gynecologic health. ...
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At Tufts Medicine, we want to help your child be the best, healthy version of themselves. We offer services for all ages, from babies to young adults and everyone in between. We're here to provide the care your family needs, whether it's for regular checkups or diagnosing illnesses. ...
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Our feet work hard for us every day, but we often take them for granted — until they hurt. Our podiatry team provides complete foot and ankle care ranging from irritating skin conditions to painful foot and ankle injuries. ...
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Our expert physicians offer exceptional access to in-depth, high-quality preventive medical care with a focus on delivering personalized and enhanced healthcare. ...
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Veins are part of a complex network of blood vessels that stretch for more than 60,000 miles in the adult human body. Whether you seek relief from painful varicose veins, treatment for a blocked vein or the removal of unsightly spider veins, our doctors will go the extra mile in treating your vascular condition. ...
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Kidney cancer is a type of genitourinary cancer that starts in the kidneys, which are small but mighty organs responsible for filtering waste and excess fluid from the blood. Because it’s one of the most common forms of cancer in the United States, it's important to be aware of the key symptoms to act on as soon as possible. ...
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If you're deaf or severely hard of hearing and other hearing improvement methods haven't helped, cochlear implant surgery may be the right choice for you. More than 225,000 Americans have had the procedure over the years, in which a small electronic device is implanted under the skin behind your ear to enhance your sense of sound. ...
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People living with end-stage kidney (renal) disease need extra help filtering out waste and toxic substances as well as regulating blood pressure and pH balance. A kidney transplant adds a healthy kidney to help get your body back on track. ...
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Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition where airways can become inflamed or even narrowed as a result of different triggers. Breathing is one of those things most people do every day without much thought. If you have asthma, getting enough air in and out of your lungs can be difficult. ...
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Bladder cancer affects the cells that make up the bladder, which is a softball-sized organ that stores urine. Bladder cancer shares common symptoms with other non-cancerous conditions, so it’s important to be in tune with your health and note any possible changes that could change its rhythm. ...
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Food allergies are very unpredictable and can become more or less severe over time. They can range from minor inflammation to severe, life-threatening anaphylaxis (a whole-body allergic reaction). ...
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You may think that having a single seizure or even multiple seizures means you have epilepsy, but that's not always the case. To be diagnosed with epilepsy you must have two seizures at least 24 hours apart that can't be explained by another condition. ...
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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is an imaging test that uses a strong magnetic field and radio waves to take pictures of the inside of your body. Your doctor may recommend an MRI to look for abnormalities or to monitor your body’s response to existing care plans. ...
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Your primary care provider is your go-to expert for everyday health and wellness care. We treat people of all ages and conditions — from yearly check-ups to managing chronic conditions and preventive care to bumps, bruises, coughs, colds and everything in between. ...
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Aortic diseases are a group of conditions that affect your aorta. As your body’s largest artery, the aorta carries blood away from your heart and pumps it throughout the rest of your body. These diseases can take different forms, with aortic aneurysms being the most common. ...
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When a shoulder, knee or other injury is keeping you on the sidelines, you can count on our team of sports medicine experts to get you moving again. We use the latest techniques to rehabilitate athletes at every level, from the physically active to intramural sports enthusiasts and the pros. ...
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A colonoscopy is an exam where a doctor inserts a flexible scope into the large intestine to detect any warning signs — ulcers, colon polyps, tumors and areas of inflammation or bleeding — for colon cancer and other diseases. If you're over the age of 45 or have certain colon cancer risk factors, it's a smart idea to schedule regular colonoscopies. ...
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We turn to neurovascular surgery for treating people who’ve experienced blood vessel conditions like an aneurysm or stroke. It involves operating on blood vessels that supply blood to the brain and spinal cord (cerebrovascular surgery) with minimally invasive approaches using catheters (endovascular surgery). ...
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We are dedicated to helping cancer survivors who are now between the ages of 18–39 navigate their post-treatment health journey. Our personalized survivorship care plans provide detailed information about your cancer care, medical history and recommended follow-up care.  ...
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Your gastrointestinal (GI) system breaks down the nutrients in food and liquid and helps your body use those nutrients for energy, growth and healing. The system covers a lot of ground—from the mouth, throat and esophagus to the stomach, intestines, rectum and anus. ...