What is gout? Gout, sometimes called gouty arthritis, is a common type of inflammatory arthritis. With gout, uric acid crystals build up and form...
One morning, your child wakes up acting completely different. They are overwhelmed with anxiety, showing sudden tics or unable to focus. It’s...
Obesity in the U.S. is common and is a serious health issue. It increases the risk of many medical conditions, such as sleep apnea, heart disease...
An atrial septal defect (ASD) is a type of heart defect some people are born with. ASD is one of the congenital heart defects (CHD) often referred...
Living with diabetes is a journey that goes beyond just managing blood sugar levels. At Banner Health, we understand that diabetes isn’t just...
How Is Asthma Diagnosed? If your doctor suspects you have asthma, they will perform a physical exam. They will look at your ears, eyes, nose,...
What is C. diff? C. diff (Clostridioides difficile, also called Clostridium difficile in the past) is a common bacterial infection that can...
What is psoriasis? Psoriasis is an immune-mediated inflammatory disease (when the immune system becomes overactive) that causes red, itchy, scaly...
Breastfeeding can be a special bonding experience between parent and baby. However, it’s not always easy. One issue that some nursing parents...
Thrombocytopenia is a condition that affects your blood. It can make you bruise easily or bleed more after an injury. At Banner Health, we provide...