Researchers systematically reviewed and modeled Toxoplasma gondii seroprevalence across 25 European countries. The study found striking regional differences, with highest infection levels in eastern ...

Cysts are fluid-filled sacs that can form under the skin in many parts of the body, including the face, scalp, chest, and genitals. While most are harmless and painless, some can become irritated, ...

You wouldn’t want to find one in your candy box. Bindi Irwin has revealed that she is rebounding from major double surgery after three years of “fighting for answers” about her health issues — and it ...

Many people who feel a lump under their skin think of cancer. Fortunately, most “lumps and bumps” are harmless, said Thomas Donkar, DO, of St. Luke’s General Surgery. Sometimes they become infected or ...

Brain-damaging infections, which are caused by tapeworm eggs accidentally ingested through undercooked food or fruits and vegetables washed with contaminated water in the monsoon, are on the rise in ...

You may lose a little weight after ovarian cyst surgery (cystectomy), not because of fat loss, but due to decreased fluid retention, reduced inflammation, and less bloating. Fluid-filled cysts on your ...

A pilonidal sinus is a small hole or tunnel in the skin that can easily become infected. It typically forms in the cleft at the top of the buttocks and can become infected if it turns into an abscess ...

Alyce Collins is a Newsweek Life and Trends reporter based in Birmingham, U.K. with a focus on trending topics that are both engaging and relatable. Since 2019, she has covered a variety of ...

What Is a Dentigerous Cyst? A dentigerous cyst, also called a follicular cyst, is the second most common type of jaw (odontogenic) cyst. It's a fluid-filled sac that develops in your jawbone over a ...

Vaginal cysts are fluid-filled sacs that can develop on or under the vaginal lining. While they may sound alarming, most are harmless and go unnoticed. Tap to read!