Cannabis, also called marijuana, is a drug that's made of the leaves, flowers, and buds of the cannabis plant. People may use cannabis for medical or recreational reasons. The two most active chemicals in cannabis are THC and CBD. THC changes how...

A bilateral salpingectomy is a type of surgery to remove your fallopian tubes. It may also be called a total salpingectomy. The fallopian tubes are part of the female reproductive system. They allow an egg to travel from your ovaries to your uterus.

Total body irradiation is a type of cancer treatment. It delivers low doses of radiation to your entire body. Total body irradiation is done before a bone marrow or stem cell transplant. It's often part of a treatment plan for people with blood...

After surgery, fluid can collect in your body. A drain lets it flow out. Track the date, time, amount, and color of the fluid each time you empty your drain. Try to measure it at the same time every day.

Milestones show how your baby grows in social, language, thinking, and movement skills. If born 3+ weeks early, use your baby's adjusted age (actual age minus weeks early) until age 2 to track progress more accurately.

IM nailing repairs a broken long bone, like your femur or tibia, using a metal rod. Surgery takes 1-2 hours. You'll start physical therapy right away and may need crutches. Healing can take 3-6 months. Talk to your doctor about risks and recovery.

Pyromania is a mental health condition that causes urges to set fires. People may feel tense or excited before, and relief after. Therapy helps, especially cognitive behavioral therapy. It's often seen with depression, anxiety, or substance use. For crisis, call or text 988.

A contraction stress test checks how your baby’s heart reacts during contractions. It helps see if your baby can handle labor. The test is safe, but you may feel some discomfort. Results help your doctor know if your baby is healthy.