The side effects of chemotherapy can include constipation. Be sure to drink plenty of fluids to help loosen the bowels. If you do not have mouth sores, try warm and hot fluids, including water, to help provide relief from constipation symptoms.

Helpful tips on clear liquids and full liquids that may help you deal with side effects during cancer treatment.

Testing methods vary from lab to lab and may affect the likelihood that the lab will identify a mutation in the gene if one is present. Different lab studies have the ability to find different types of mutations. Accuracy will vary, depending on the type of genetic testing method performed.

Detailed information on autosomal recessive genes.

Treatment for cancer, as well as the cancer itself, can affect your sense of taste or smell. You may find that many foods seem to have less taste. Other foods, especially meat or other high-protein foods, may taste bitter or metallic. Read on to learn what you can do about it.

Your backbone, also called the vertebral column, is made up of 33 vertebrae separated by spongy disks.

The shoulder is a complex joint with several layers, including bones, ligaments, tendons, and muscles.

The pelvis is a basin-shaped structure that supports the spinal column and protects the abdominal organs.

The knee is a vulnerable joint that bears a lot of stress from everyday activities, such as lifting and from high-impact activities, such as jogging.

Detailed anatomical information on the respiratory system in pregnancy.