Blood pressure and heart rate (pulse) are two important vital signs measured during a healthcare visit. Blood pressure (BP) is a measure of the force of blood on the blood vessel walls. Blood vessels ...

Using over-the-counter NSAIDs for the occasional headache or achy back won’t typically cause a peptic ulcer. Rather, peptic ulcer disease is something that can occur with longer-term use of NSAIDs, ...

Certain drinks, such as cabbage juice or honey water, may help soothe stomach ulcers, though people may wish to avoid other drinks, such as alcohol and coffee. Stomach ulcers are sores that form ...

A TCC is minimally padded, and carefully molded to the shape of the foot with a heel for walking. The cast is designed to relieve pressure on the ulcer, and redistribute it over the entire surface ...

Dr Nancy Reau speaks with Dr David Kaplan, lead author of the most recent AASLD practice guidance, about new approaches to identifying and treating these common liver disease complications.

Objective: People with diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) are usually accompanied with increased plantar pressure. Such high plantar loading during daily activities may cause changes in the ...

However, most people with high blood pressure have no symptoms. For this reason, it is important to know your blood pressure numbers. To figure out your blood pressure rate, your health care provider ...

Blood pressure charts can help people understand blood pressure ranges. Managing blood pressure can help reduce the risk of health conditions such as heart disease and stroke. Keep reading for ...