Antibiotic prophylaxis was associated with reduced risks for surgical site infection (SSIs) and readmissions in children ...

Alexis Cordone, MD, MPH, MHS-MEd, is a board-certified emergency physician and a Public Voices Fellow of The OpEd Project.

Kidney stones and gallstones may increase the risk for prostate cancer, which could have implications for disease monitoring and prevention in specific populations. Patients with kidney stones or ...

Gallbladder problems are a common complication in individuals with sickle cell disease. These issues often arise due to the breakdown of red blood cells and the subsequent formation of gallstones or ...

Bile reflux gastritis (BRG) is a gastro-intestinal condition especially characterized by the reflux of bile into the stomach, further leading to mucosal inflammation along with various other clinical ...

American Association of Clinical Endocrinology (AACE) guidelines offer evidence-based recommendations for the pharmacologic ...

Having clay-colored or light-colored stool just once, or every now and then, isn't usually a concern. But a consistently pale or light poop color may be a sign of a serious medical condition like ...

Gall bladder diseases are diseases that affect the gall bladder. Symptoms can include pain, nausea and jaundice. Gallstones and inflammation of the gall bladder are two types of gall bladder disease.

ALP is an enzyme found in the blood that helps break down proteins. It plays a role in numerous processes in the human body, and any abnormalities in blood concentrations—either high or low—may ...

An Instagram reel claims that bay leaves water with apple cider vinegar eliminates gall stones and kidney stones in 3 days. The claim by the user is FALSE.ClaimIn an Instagram reel it is ...