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Like many body functions, blood pressure has a daily pattern. Find out more.

Blood pressure generally is higher in the winter than in the summer. Discover why.

Losing weight may reduce or end the need for blood pressure medicine.

Learn which blood pressure medicines might raise triglyceride levels.

Blood pressure that always measures higher outside a medical office is called masked hypertension.

Learn how this simple test is done, how often you need one and what the…

Unexplained changes in blood sugar levels can be the result of illness, injury, stress and…

If you have diabetes, it's important to check the level of sugar in your blood.…

Learn how certain blood tests can offer clues to heart health.

These medicines must be taken exactly as directed to prevent blood clots.

A blood transfusion can help replace blood lost due to injury or surgery. It also…

Learn about the blood urea nitrogen (BUN) test to assess kidney function and what possible…

This mental disorder causes persistent, intense focus, shame and anxiety over perceived body defects, often…

These tiny bugs can live in your clothing and feed on your blood. Find out…

Learn about symptoms, causes, treatment and prevention of these painful pus-filled infections that cause bumps…

If you have diabetes, you're at increased risk of various bone and joint disorders.

Bone cancer most commonly affects the long bones in the arms and legs. Some types…

If your doctor suspects you have osteoporosis, a bone density test can assess your bone…

Find out what you can do to support and protect bone health.

Learn what to expect with these tests, which are done to make sure your bone…

Learn about this procedure that replaces unhealthy bone marrow with stem cells. Your own cells,…

Learn about the symptoms and causes of cancer that spreads to the bones. Find out…

This diagnostic test can be used to check for cancer that has spread to the…

Joint damage due to osteoarthritis is the most common cause of these bony growths.

This mental health condition affects how you see yourself. It includes unstable and intense relationships,…

Learn about the uses, risks and results of this treatment for facial wrinkles and medical…

This rare but serious condition can be caused by bacteria that have contaminated food or…

Learn about these nerve injuries that usually result from auto or motorcycle accidents, and find…

During brachytherapy cancer treatment, radioactive material is placed inside the body. Find out how brachytherapy…

Find out more about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of a slower than typical heartbeat.