Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are such a pain—literally. Flare-ups are marked by discomfort, pelvic pressure and an ...

Experiencing a burning sensation in the genital area is uncomfortable and concerning. While many people immediately associate ...

My wife is 51 and has generally struggled with constipation for as long as I’ve known her (many decades). Several weeks ago, ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: As a woman of 78 years, I’ve managed to avoid having a urinary tract infection (UTI) until two-and-a-half ...

The first consideration in a 78-year-old woman with recurrent UTIs is whether there is vulvar atrophy, which can lead to bacteria getting into the bladder. Topical estrogen will make the lining ...

According to a study in the journal MOJ Food Processing & Technology, the ancient Mayans of Mexico recognized chili peppers ...

My wife is 51 and has generally struggled with constipation for as long as I've known her (many decades). Several weeks ago, an extended period without bowel movements ...

My wife is 51 and has generally struggled with constipation for as long as I’ve known her (many decades). Several weeks ago, an extended period without bowel movements began. She regularly uses ...

There are several medical conditions that can be causing her problem, such as very low thyroid hormone levels.