If your child has been diagnosed with epilepsy, you may be concerned that it will be a lifelong condition. But research shows that’s not the case.

Excessive alcohol consumption can have a wide range of harmful effects on your health. But how much is too much alcohol to increase your risk for serious health conditions?

Recently, a new drug called zuranolone became the first drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration developed specifically for treating postpartum depression.

As we age, everyone will eventually develop some form of cataract. When and if you should get them treated depends on the severity.

Respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, is a common respiratory infection that can cause severe complications in certain individuals, particularly infants and older adults. The recent development of RSV vaccines has provided hope in preventing the spread of this virus.

A gastroenterologist commonly helps patients manage two bowel conditions: irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, and inflammatory bowel disease, or IBD. Each of these affects the bowels but does so in different manners. The two disorders can share similar symptoms, leading to challenges in diagnosis in some instances.

Your heart is one of the most critical parts of your body, responsible for pumping your blood. Unfortunately, many diseases target your heart and affect its ability to send blood circulation throughout your body efficiently. One of the most common conditions that affect the heart is atrial fibrillation or AFib.

Question: Hi! I'm a 16-year-old boy, and yesterday, after riding my bike, I discovered one of my testicles had twisted. I tried the usual method, and it twisted back 180 degrees. But I don't think it's in the right position yet. If it's twisted 360 degrees, could it happen without any pain? Answered by Pediatric Urologist John Makari, MD, FAAP, FACS.

Question: Hello, I’m 14 years old and vaped for a year and a half. I recently quit because I heard vaping can cause brain damage and memory loss. Is this true? If so, is it possible for my memory and brain function to improve if I never vape again, start eating better and get fresh air? Answered by medical toxicologist Anthony J. Scalzo, MD, FACMT, FAAP, FAACT, AAN.

A gynecologic oncologist is a physician trained in obstetrics and gynecology. They also have specialized training in gynecologic oncology. Gynecologic oncologists treat patients with cancer of the uterus, cervix, fallopian tubes, ovaries, and peritoneum (lining of the abdominal cavity).