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Pregnancy, Early signs, Stages

Pregnancy Overview Pregnancy occurs when a sperm fertilizes an egg after it’s released from the ovary during ovulation. The fertilized egg then travels down into the uterus, where implantation occurs. A successful implantation results in pregnancy. On average, a...

Swollen Stomach Causes, Diagnosis

Swollen Stomach Overview Most people experience abdominal swelling or bloating at some point, due to various causes. It feels as though the stomach has expanded and stretched, which can be uncomfortable. Having too much to eat or consuming food that causes gas can...

Menstruation (Menstrual Cycle, Period)

Menstruation (Menstrual Cycle, Period) Overview Medically, menstruation (also termed period or bleeding) is the process in a woman of discharging (through the vagina) blood and tissue from the lining of the uterus at about one monthly interval from puberty until...

Hyperthyroidism or Overactive Thyroid

Hyperthyroidism Overview Hyperthyroidism, or overactive thyroid, occurs when the thyroid gland produces too much hormone. This can have effects throughout the body, including diarrhea, difficulty breathing, and fatigue. The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland in the...

Colostomy, Types, Uses, Risks

Colostomy Overview A colostomy is a surgical procedure that brings one end of the large intestine out through the abdominal wall. During this procedure, one end of the colon is diverted through an incision in the abdominal wall to create a stoma. A stoma is an opening...

Gastrointestinal Perforation

Gastrointestinal Perforation Overview A colon perforation is a puncture, cut, or tear in the wall of the colon or large intestine. This can cause air and intestinal material to leak into the abdomen. Gastrointestinal perforation occurs when a hole forms all the way...