Medically reviewed by Alicen Nelson MD, MPH The navel, also known as the belly button or umbilicus, is a small, round, or oval indentation or bump in the middle of the abdomen (belly). It marks where ...

What is pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)? Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is an infection of a woman’s reproductive tract. It can affect the uterus, fallopian tubes, and the ovaries. PID can cause ...

Pelvic tilt is often the result of poor posture. It can also be due to altered anatomy of the pelvis and/or hips caused by joint degeneration or a condition present from birth. There are three types ...

Another misconception: that pelvic floor issues are only a concern for people who have vaginas. They actually impact everyone, regardless of their anatomy, Dr. Bahlani notes. Here's what health ...

Design work and permitting is underway, but the construction timetable, as well as reconstruction of the South Jetty and work along the north side of Venice Inlet at North Jetty Beach is all ...

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Just South of Myrtle Beach, Murrells Inlet is an atmospheric fishing village that’s perfect for escaping the summer rush and falling in love with laid-back coastal living. With tall palmetto trees, ...

A healthy person can have some minor variations in the diaphragm's anatomy. For example, the left or right side may be slightly higher or lower without affecting physical functions. During pregnancy, ...

Endometriosis, which involves tissue from the uterus, begins with a process known as retrograde menstruation, in which menstrual blood flows back up the fallopian tubes and into the pelvis.