Tingling in your feet, or that pins and needles feeling, may happen if your feet "fall asleep" after lying on them for too long. Conditions like arthritis and diabetes can cause neuropathy (nerve ...

Our nerve cells are surrounded by a protective layer (myelin). This protective layer allows signals to pass between cells incredibly quickly. But what happens when this layer goes missing from cells ...

Using valerian root can decrease nighttime awakenings and help you fall asleep faster. Valerian root supplements may ease menopause symptoms like hot flashes and sleep disturbances. Taking valerian ...

A lumbosacral spine X-ray is an imaging test that helps your doctor view the bones of your lower back. It uses small amounts of electromagnetic radiation to help healthcare professionals evaluate bone ...

Spinal stenosis is a back condition that may cause difficulty walking. Exercises, stretches, and lifestyle changes may improve lower back strength and posture to help manage the condition. Spinal ...

Four different glial cell line-derived neurotrophic factor (GDNF)-family ligand (GFL)– receptor (GFRα) binding pairs exist, and they all signal through the transmembrane RET receptor tyrosine kinase.

We describe an unusual case of a woman in her 30s who had recently undergone Roux-en-Y gastric bypass and presented to the emergency department with a 6-week history of intractable nausea and vomiting ...

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