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Medical credentials and degrees explained

Article | Published on May 10, 2019..

Confused by the credentials for doctors, nurses and physician assistants? Get definitions of common credentials and learn why they matter.

Nuclear stress test

TestProcedure | Updated on December 28, 2017.

A nuclear stress test creates images showing the blood flow to your heart. Here's how to prepare, and what you can expect.

Borderline personality disorder

Disease | Updated on July 17, 2019.

This mental health disorder includes a pattern of unstable intense relationships, distorted self-image, extreme emotions and impulsiveness.

Choosing blood pressure medications

Article | Updated on December 31, 2019.

Get to know your options when it comes to treating your high blood pressure.

Acne treatments: Medical procedures may help clear skin

Article | Updated on August 18, 2020.

Learn more about medical procedures, such as light therapy, chemical peels or steroid injections, that might help clear stubborn acne.

Chest X-rays

TestProcedure | Updated on May 2, 2020.

Learn what these chest images can show your doctor and what conditions they may uncover.

Positron emission tomography scan

TestProcedure | Updated on August 25, 2020.

Learn how this imaging scan is used to detect changes within certain tissues or organs early.

Sulfa allergy: Which medications should I avoid?

Answer | Updated on December 4, 2019.

Sulfa allergy: A Mayo Clinic expert discusses which medications are likely to cause problems.

CT coronary angiogram

TestProcedure | Updated on April 16, 2020.

Learn about the risks and results of this imaging test that looks at the arteries that supply blood to your heart.

10 ways to control high blood pressure without medication

Article | Updated on February 24, 2021.

You can lower your blood pressure without medication. Try these 10 lifestyle changes.

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