Treatment and Diagnosis

Diagnosis A blood test, often called a lipid panel or lipid profile, checks cholesterol. This test finds out if you have high cholesterol, which can increase…

Diagnosis Testing Blood for Clues Doctors collect blood samples to search for infection and check for issues linked to sepsis. These tests can show if bacteria,…

Diagnosis Doctors typically diagnose stretch marks by examining the skin for visible streaks that may appear red, pink, purple, or white, depending on how long they’ve…

Diagnosis Doctors usually begin by asking about your leg pain, activity level, and exercise habits. They’ll check your tibia (shin bone) for tenderness, swelling, or pain…

Diagnosis A doctor or ophthalmologist typically identifies a subconjunctival hemorrhage by examining the eye and noting a bright red or dark patch on the sclera—the white…

Blood pressure tells us how hard blood pushes against artery walls as the heart pumps. Two numbers describe this: systolic pressure (when the heart beats) and…

Diagnosis Doctors typically diagnose jock itch by examining the appearance of the skin, especially around the inner thighs, groin, and buttocks. Common signs include itching, redness,…

Diagnosis Doctors diagnose vasovagal syncope with a physical exam, symptom review, and medical tests. A healthcare professional listens to the heart, checks blood pressure, and asks…

Diagnosis Doctors use the person’s symptoms and medical history to help determine if a scorpion sting has occurred. They examine the affected area for muscle spasms,…

Diagnosis Doctors diagnose scleroderma through several steps because the symptoms can look like other conditions. First, a doctor examines the patient’s skin for signs such as…