Stem cells are unique in their ability to differentiate into any other specialized type of cell. Unlike normal cells that are genetically programmed to develop into a particular type of mature cell -- for example, a blood cell or heart muscle cell -- stem cells can, when placed in the right circumst

According to the Cleveland Clinic, a leg ulcer is characterized by an open sore, or sores, that does not heal quickly and may be recurrent. The cause of leg ulcers often is due to buildup of fluid beneath the skin. Not necessarily painful, your leg may be swollen, irritated, or burn. Your skin could

What is Athlete's Foot? Athlete's foot is a fungal infection of the skin that affects the foot causing the affected area to be itchy, scaly and flaky. It is a very common skin infection of the bottom of the feet mostly caused by a fungus known as Trichophyton.

When a woman is going through peri-menopause and entering into menopause, her breasts and nipples might become so sore that she can't bear to lie on her stomach. This is caused by fluctuating hormones. When only the nipples get sore, it can indicate that a fungal or bacterial infection might be pres

Adding text like an apostrophe around a single cell is a simple process but if you want to add the same text to a large number of cells, the process becomes tedious and time consuming. Fortunately, there is a quick way to automate it using your spreadsheet's function capability.

Pain in the knees can be caused by many reasons; one of them is an inflamed patellar tendon. This condition is sometimes also called "Jumpers Knees". The main symptoms are swelling, soreness and pain in the knees. These symptoms can also indicate other types of knees related injuries.

Your big toe is your main stabilizer when you walk or run and both of these can be affected if you are continually suffering from pain in this area. As long as you have had it confirmed by a doctor that there is no serious underlying condition, most of the time big toe pain can be treated by yoursel

Why do we have bones?

What are the trends in obesity and comorbidity in primary THA patients? This study examines data over a 13-year period.

The hip flexors get their name from the action they cause in the body. Hip flexion takes place when you move your thigh toward your stomach or fold your body forward at the waist. The muscles that compose the hip flexors are the iliacus, psoas minor and psoas major. Together, these muscles are often

If you've ever suffered from Metatarsalgia symptoms, then I'm sure that you know that this is when there is foot pain in the back of your foot. This type of injury is common within athletes that partake in sports that involve a large amount of running.

Osteophytes, or bone spurs, can be very painful and many people attribute their neck and back pain to them. However, many times the neck or back pain is not caused by the osteophytes at all, as bone spurs can indicate that there is a degeneration of the spine, which more than likely is causing the

Hard water causes the buildup of calcium deposits on the inside of your dishwasher. If your dishwasher has a built-in water softener, the occurrence of calcium deposits indicates it's time to add more softener salt. However, if your dishwasher does not have a built-in softener, the calcium deposits

Sally Field, a well-known actress, was diagnosed with osteoporosis just short of her 60th birthday. Due to estrogen levels, the onset of osteoporosis generally hits the same time menopause begins.

Learn more about bone density tests and how these scans can help your doctor assess your bone health and determine if you have osteoporosis.

The best gout attack is one you never have. When uric acid builds up in your body, it begins to crystallize in your joints. Those crystals have thousands of sharp points that stab your nerve endings with the slightest motion. The pain has been called some of the worst pain you can experience. Howeve

Mini dental implants (MDIs) refer to a system for affixing dentures by implanting a titanium screw into the jawbone. Once installed, MDIs keep false teeth in place with the right tension for everyday activities.

Your biceps are the muscles located at the front of your upper arm. While it looks like one muscle, it actually consists of two. They flex your arm and help you lift things. Most bicep tears occur when you lift too much weight. If you have rheumatoid arthritis or suffer from shoulder impingement, th

The sternoclavicular joint (also called the SC joint) is the connection of the breastbone to the collarbone. An uncommon shoulder injury is called a SC dislocation. Treatment of a sternoclavicular dislocation may require surgery if important structures behind the SC joint are being compressed.

Optifast is a weight loss program that revolves around a diet based on liquid meal replacement shakes and nutrition bars. This program is done under supervision of physicians. You have to be approved to enter the program. As you begin the program, participants are tested and must report back to the