MedStar Health Blog

Hemorrhoids seem to have a stigma to them, but the truth is, we all have them. It’s not uncommon for them to become inflamed and cause pain, itching, or bleeding. Many times, hemorrhoids go away on ...

About 1 in 8 men will develop prostate cancer in their lifetime, making it the most common cancer in men. About 70% of prostate cancers are diagnosed early, before the cancer spreads, when it is easi...

What we eat is a powerful part of health. Yet, busy schedules and competing interests can sometimes leave little time for cooking at home, ultimately causing healthier culinary choices to take a back...

Singer Billy Joel has cancelled his 2025 planned concerts, announcing he’s been diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH), a rare brain disorder. Frequently mistaken for Alzheimer&rsqu...

While the exact function of the appendix remains unclear, some studies suggest it may play a role in gut immunity or in maintaining healthy gut bacteria. However, it is often referred to as a 'vestig...

Learning you have an uncommon type of cancer, such as a sarcoma, can create a lot of questions: How are sarcomas diagnosed? What are the treatment options? Will I lose my arm or leg? Our collaborativ...