Health Essentials

Uterine fibroids (also called leiomyomas) are a common type of noncancerous tumor. They are growths made of smooth muscle cells and fibrous connective tissue.

Urinary incontinence (involuntary urination) is any uncontrolled leakage of urine or lose of bladder control. It is a common and often embarrassing problem.

Sleep apnea is a breathing disorder causing brief interruptions of breathing during sleep. The involuntary breathing pauses are called apneic events.

Sinusitis is an inflammation, or swelling of the tissue lining your sinuses (spaces in your forehead, cheeks and nose usually filled with air).

Tuberculosis (TB) is a disease caused by bacteria known as Mycobacterium tuberculosis. This can cause infection in your lungs or other tissues. It commonly affects your lungs, but it can also affect other organs like your spine, brain or kidneys.