Q: I recently discovered a lump in the lower part of my abdomen, and a friend suggested it might be a hernia. How can I determine if it's a hernia, and what steps should I take? A: Lumps in the ...

A hernia occurs when the stomach, intestine, or other organ in your abdomen pokes through a tear or weak spot in the muscle. It might feel like a lump in your groin or lower belly. The bulge may hurt ...

Early stage stomach cancer typically doesn’t have specific symptoms. But in later stages, the cancer often presents with symptoms ranging from unintended weight loss to jaundice, and usually with a ...

Early symptoms of testicular cancer include a lump in your testicle or testicular swelling, pain, or heaviness. As the condition progresses, you can experience symptoms throughout your body. The ...

Several different conditions can cause pain in the lower right area of the abdomen. Some of these are severe and require immediate medical attention, so it is important to know the differences. The ...

Holly has a degree in Medical Biochemistry from the University of Leicester. Her scientific interests include genomics, personalized medicine, and bioethics.View full profile Holly has a degree in ...