I am a 67-year-old male with generally good vision. I have had a few floaters in my eyes over the years, but they have generally been small ...

With several drugs in use that inhibit the hepatitis B virus polymerases (nucleos(t)ide analogues (or NUCs)), some argue that new direct-acting antiviral drugs, and new NUCs in particular ...

Possible causes of pain in the shoulder blade include sleeping in an uncomfortable position, strain from lifting a heavy object, and physical trauma. It can also be due to a serious condition such ...

However, with the widespread use of PD-1 inhibitors, there are increasing reports of immune-related adverse events (irAEs) in clinical practice, with immune-related hepatitis (IRH) being particularly ...

Common reasons for back pain include muscle strain, disk damage, and some chronic conditions, such as fractures due to osteoporosis. Potential treatments include heat therapy, acupuncture ...

Anxiety can sometimes cause physical symptoms like chest pain and pressure. But because these symptoms can also indicate heart conditions, it’s important to get an accurate diagnosis.

The endorphin release feels surprisingly similar. It feels like the part of my brain that copes with pain seems to send out little sparks releasing the instinct to clench up. My animal body lets ...

Hepatitis B (sometimes referred to as hep B) is a liver infection caused by the hepatitis B virus (HBV). It typically causes symptoms like stomach pain, dark urine, fatigue, fever, jaundice (yellowing ...

For patients at high risk of hepatitis B reactivation, AGA recommends preventive antiviral medication. Reactivated HBV can lead to liver damage, hospitalization, and even death.