Osteopathic medicine: What kind of doctor is a D.O.? - Mayo Clinic
Nov 29, 2022 · A doctor of osteopathic medicine, also known as a D.O., is a fully trained and licensed doctor. A doctor of osteopathic medicine graduates from a U.S. osteopathic medical …
Penis-enlargement products: Do they work? - Mayo Clinic
Apr 17, 2025 · Ads for penis-enlargement products and procedures are everywhere. Many pumps, pills, weights, exercises and surgeries claim to increase the length and width of your …
Statin side effects: Weigh the benefits and risks - Mayo Clinic
Mar 11, 2025 · Statins lower cholesterol and protect against heart attack and stroke. But they may lead to side effects in some people. Healthcare professionals often prescribe statins for people …
How well do face masks protect against COVID-19? - Mayo Clinic
Nov 4, 2023 · Experts do not recommend using face shields instead of masks. It's not clear how much protection shields provide. But wearing a face mask may not be possible in every …
Brain MRI (brain magnetic resonance imaging) - Mayo Clinic
Apr 30, 2025 · Before having brain surgery, your healthcare professional may need to do a brain MRI to locate certain areas of the brain. The health professional may look for which areas …
Arthritis pain: Treatments absorbed through your skin
May 17, 2025 · After an active weekend of hiking or working around the yard, your joints might continue to hurt even after taking arthritis pain medicine. Don't want to take another pill? …
Anemia - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
May 11, 2023 · What red blood cells do. The body makes three types of blood cells. White blood cells fight infection, platelets help blood clot and red blood cells carry oxygen throughout the …
Triglycerides: Why do they matter? - Mayo Clinic
High triglycerides are often a sign of other conditions that increase the risk of heart disease and stroke, including obesity and metabolic syndrome — a cluster of conditions that includes too …
HPV vaccine: Who needs it, how it works - Mayo Clinic
Aug 25, 2023 · Human papillomavirus, also called HPV, is spread by sexual activity. Some strains of HPV cause genital warts. Other HPV strains can cause cancers. Most of the time, the body …
NSAIDs: Do they increase my risk of heart attack and stroke?
Jul 10, 2024 · Yes. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can increase the risk of heart attack and stroke. These medicines most often treat pain, swelling and irritation, called …