An external ventricular drain (EVD) is a thin tube that drains extra cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) from your brain. The extra fluid may be caused by illness or injury.

ARDS is a severe lung condition. It can happen within days after a serious illness or injury. In some children, it may occur without another illness or injury.

FSHD is a genetic disease of the muscles. It causes your muscles to break down and weaken over time.

The ankle brachial index (ABI) is a simple test that compares the blood pressure measured at your ankle with the blood pressure measured at your arm. It is used to check for peripheral artery disease (PAD) in the legs, or to see if PAD is getting worse.

Pain is expected after surgery. Know that you have a right to have this pain controlled. Managing pain helps you recover faster. Read on to learn more.

C. diff infection occurs in your colon and is caused by Clostridium difficile (C. diff) bacteria. Use this treatment plan to treat your infection at home and stop spreading it to others.

C. diff is an infection caused by C. diff (Clostridioides difficile) bacteria.

When opioids are taken as prescribed, they can help manage pain effectively. But these medicines come with risks and side effects that are important to understand.

For your health and safety, it's important to take opioids exactly as directed. This helps make sure they work as they should.

Opioids are strong medicines that work by blocking or suppressing how your body feels pain. Before prescribing opioids, your health care provider will work closely with you to form a treatment plan.