Cellulitis is a bacterial skin infection causing redness, swelling, and pain, often in the lower legs. Tom Warren, MD, explains it results from bacteria entering compromised skin barriers…
Ulcerative colitis is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease that affects the colon and rectum, causing symptoms like abdominal pain, bloody diarrhea, rectal urgency, and fatigue. Sanjay Murthy, MD,…
Gas, bloating, and flatulence are common complaints addressed by gastroenterologists. Palaniappan Manickam, MD, explains that excessive gas can stem from swallowed air, bacterial imbalances in the gut, or…
Associate Professor Mike Todorovic, AKA “Dr. Mike”, introduces the endocrine system, explaining how hormones act as chemical messengers released into the bloodstream by cells, tissues, and glands. He…
The FDA has approved MTAV, a groundbreaking treatment for melanoma, a potentially deadly skin cancer. Known as tumor-infiltrating lymphocyte (TIL) therapy, this innovative approach uses a patient’s own…
Visible light therapies, such as blue and red light, can benefit skin health when used appropriately. Dawn Davis, MD, explains that blue light treats acne through oxidative reactions,…
Peter Attia, MD, and Marty Makary, MD, MPH, discuss the rise of peanut allergies, a uniquely American epidemic. Beginning with a 1999 study estimating mild allergies at 0.5%,…
