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Vagus nerve stimulation

Learn more about this procedure that may be used to treat epilepsy and other neurological…

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Valerian: A safe and effective herbal sleep aid?

Valerian — Can this sleep aid help you sleep better?

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Valley fever

Learn about symptoms and treatment for this lung infection caused by fungi found in the…

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Valvuloplasty

Find out more about this cardiac catheter procedure to repair a narrowed heart valve.

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Vaping during pregnancy: Is it safe?

Vaping during pregnancy can expose your baby to nicotine.

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Varicocele

Find out how this condition involving the enlargement of veins in the scrotum can affect…

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Krampfadern

This common condition causes lines or cords to develop under the skin. Learn self-care steps…

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Vascular dementia

Learn more about this stroke-related type of dementia that causes memory loss and can affect…

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Vascular rings

In this condition, parts of the body's main artery or its branches go around the…

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Vasculitis

This swelling and irritation of the blood vessels may thicken and weaken blood vessel walls.…

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Vasectomy

Find out more about this minor surgery that provides nearly 100% effective birth control by…

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Vasectomy reversal

Learn about this microsurgery procedure that can restore your fertility after a vasectomy.

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Vasodilators

Learn how these blood pressure medicines work, what else they treat and the potential side…

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Vasovagal syncope

Learn about what causes a brief loss of consciousness and when to see a healthcare…

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VBAC: Know the pros and cons

Vaginal birth after cesarean, also called VBAC, is possible for many people. Know what to…

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Vegetarian diet: Can it help me control my diabetes?

Although switching to a vegetarian diet won't cure diabetes, it may offer some benefits.

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Vegetarian diet: How to get the best nutrition

A vegetarian diet can meet your nutritional needs if you make wise choices.

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Ventricular assist device (VAD)

Learn how this device helps the heart pump and when you might need one.

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Ventricular fibrillation

Without fast treatment, this heart rhythm problem can cause death within minutes. Learn the symptoms…

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Ventricular septal defect (VSD)

In this heart problem present at birth, there is a hole between the two lower…

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Ventricular tachycardia

This rapid heart rate can be a medical emergency. Know the warning symptoms and how…

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Ventricular tachycardia ablation

Learn how heart doctors apply heat or cold energy from inside or outside the heart…

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Vertebral tumor

Learn about these tumors that grow in the bones of the spine, causing pain and…

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Vesicoureteral reflux

Learn about what happens if urine flows backward from the bladder. Usually found in children,…

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VEXAS syndrome

Learn about this condition that causes swelling and irritation throughout the body, how to know…

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Viagra for women: Does it exist?

Learn about medicines to treat problems with sexual arousal or sexual desire in women.

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Vicks VapoRub: An effective nasal decongestant?

Find out why you should not use this ointment to ease a stuffy nose during…

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Video: 3 things you didn't know about cold sores

Cold sores on the lips can be embarrassing and tough to hide. Most people who…

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Video: 6-grain hot cereal

This big batch of 6-grain hot cereal is ready in about an hour with almost…

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Video: Abdominal ball raise with fitness ball

You can do many exercises with a fitness ball. See the abdominal ball raise.

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