Sep 18th, 2021 - Overview The mosquito that carries the Zika virus is found worldwide. Stay up to date on Zika virus case numbers on the CDC's Zika virus website. The Zika (ZEE-kuh) virus is most often spread to people through mosquito bites, primarily in tropical and subtropical areas of the world. Most people infected with the Zika virus have no signs and symptoms. Some people have mild fever, rash and muscle...

Sep 14th, 2021 - Diagnosis Flu vaccines at Mayo Clinic Mayo Clinic offers flu shots in Arizona, Florida and Minnesota. Learn more about how to get your flu shot at Mayo Clinic Your doctor will conduct a physical exam, look for signs and symptoms of influenza, and possibly order a test that detects influenza viruses. During times when influenza is widespread, you may not need to be tested for influenza. Your doc...

Sep 14th, 2021 - Overview Influenza is a viral infection that attacks your respiratory system — your nose, throat and lungs. Influenza is commonly called the flu, but it's not the same as stomach "flu" viruses that cause diarrhea and vomiting. For most people, the flu resolves on its own. But sometimes, influenza and its complications can be deadly. People at higher risk of developing flu complications include:...

Sep 3rd, 2021 - Chronic kidney disease care at Mayo Clinic Note: Items within this content were created prior to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic and do not demonstrate proper pandemic protocols. Please follow all recommended Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines for masking and social distancing. Your Mayo Clinic care team At Mayo Clinic, nephrologists and hypertension speciali...

Sep 2nd, 2021 - Cholangiocarcinoma care at Mayo Clinic Cholangiocarcinoma team members consult A multidisciplinary team collaborates to provide individualized, comprehensive care for people with bile duct cancer. Note: Items within this content were created prior to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic and do not demonstrate proper pandemic protocols. Please follow all recommended Centers for Disea...

Aug 31st, 2021 - Diagnosis Screening for hepatitis C The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends that all adults ages 18 to 79 years be screened for hepatitis C, even those without symptoms or known liver disease. Screening for HCV is especially important if you're at high risk of exposure, including: Anyone who has ever injected or inhaled illicit drugs Anyone who has abnormal liver function test result...

Aug 31st, 2021 - Hepatitis C care at Mayo Clinic Your Mayo Clinic care team Physical exam in hepatitis C A Mayo Clinic liver specialist (hepatologist) examines a patient. Note: Items within this content were created prior to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic and do not demonstrate proper pandemic protocols. Please follow all recommended Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines for ma...

Aug 24th, 2021 - Overview Coronavirus Open pop-up dialog box Close Coronavirus Coronavirus Coronavirus is a family of viruses that can cause respiratory illnesses such as the common cold, severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) and Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS). Coronaviruses are a family of viruses that can cause illnesses such as the common cold, severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) and Middle ...

Aug 24th, 2021 - Diagnosis If you develop symptoms of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) or you've been exposed to the COVID-19 virus, contact your doctor. Also let your doctor know if you've had close contact with anyone who has been diagnosed with COVID-19. Factors used to decide whether to test you for the virus that causes COVID-19 may differ depending on where you live. Depending on your location, you may...

Aug 21st, 2021 - Dermatitis care at Mayo Clinic A pediatric dermatologist examines a child's skin. Note: This content was created prior to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic and does not demonstrate proper pandemic protocols. Please follow all recommended Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines for masking and social distancing. Advanced diagnosis and treatment Positive reaction to a...

Aug 18th, 2021 - Overview Colon and small intestine Open pop-up dialog box Close Colon and small intestine Colon and small intestine The small intestine and colon are components of your digestive tract, which processes the foods you eat. The intestines extract nutrients from the foods. What isn't absorbed by the intestines continues along the digestive tract and is expelled as stool during a bowel movement. Dia...

Aug 10th, 2021 - Chronic lymphocytic leukemia care at Mayo Clinic Mayo Clinic specialists collaborate to create effective, personalized treatment plans. Note: Items within this content were created prior to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic and do not demonstrate proper pandemic protocols. Please follow all recommended Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines for masking and social d...

Aug 6th, 2021 - Brain tumor care at Mayo Clinic Brain tumor consultation at Mayo Clinic Note: Items within this content were created prior to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic and do not demonstrate proper pandemic protocols. Please follow all recommended Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines for masking and social distancing. Your Mayo Clinic care team At Mayo Clinic, specialist...

Jul 2nd, 2021 - Brain tumor care at Mayo Clinic Brain tumor consultation at Mayo Clinic Note: Items within this content were created prior to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic and do not demonstrate proper pandemic protocols. Please follow all recommended Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines for masking and social distancing. Your Mayo Clinic care team At Mayo Clinic, specialist...

Jul 2nd, 2021 - Acoustic neuroma care at Mayo Clinic Multidisciplinary acoustic neuroma exam at Mayo Clinic Each year, Mayo Clinic's multidisciplinary team of acoustic neuroma specialists cares for over 1,000 people with acoustic neuromas. Note: Items within this content were created prior to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic and do not demonstrate proper pandemic protocols. Please follow all re...

Jul 2nd, 2021 - Diagnosis Acoustic neuroma ear exam at Mayo Clinic A thorough physical exam, including an ear exam, is often the first step in acoustic neuroma diagnosis and treatment. Note: Items within this content were created prior to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic and do not demonstrate proper pandemic protocols. Please follow all recommended Centers for Disease Control and Prevention gu...

Jun 17th, 2021 - Dementia care at Mayo Clinic Your Mayo Clinic care team Mayo Clinic doctors from many disciplines, including neurology, neuroscience, psychology and psychiatry, collaborate to provide you with the best dementia care. Mayo Clinic doctors work together as a team to determine the most appropriate treatment for your condition. Your test results are available quickly, appointments are coordinated, a...

Jun 11th, 2021 - Overview Related information COVID-19, cold, allergies and the flu: What are the differences? The common cold is a viral infection of your nose and throat (upper respiratory tract). It's usually harmless, although it might not feel that way. Many types of viruses can cause a common cold. Healthy adults can expect to have two or three colds each year. Infants and young children may have even mor...

May 18th, 2021 - Diagnosis Some children with MIS-C test negative for a current infection with the COVID-19 virus. This means they don't currently have the virus that causes COVID-19. Yet evidence indicates that many of these children were infected with the COVID-19 virus in the recent past, as shown by positive antibody test results. An antibody test with a positive result means that the child's immune system ...

May 18th, 2021 - Overview Multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C) is a serious condition that appears to be linked to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Most children who become infected with the COVID-19 virus have only a mild illness. But in children who go on to develop MIS-C, some organs and tissues — such as the heart, lungs, blood vessels, kidneys, digestive system, brain, skin or eyes — b...