Whether you’re experiencing symptoms, making decisions about family planning, or just wanting to ensure everything is working as it should, having a clear, honest conversation is the first step.

A colonoscopy can help your doctor find precancerous polyps, early colorectal cancer, or other health conditions that may be affecting your colon or rectum. Early diagnosis and treatment may improve ...

In the ever-evolving landscape of health care, the cornerstone of effective treatment remains a robust patient-doctor relationship. As medical advancements continue to reshape the field, the ...

Communication difficulties between patients and their doctors is nothing new. Many older patients feel like their doctors are dismissing their concerns, which can be frustrating and lead to missed ...

Are you looking for an honest answer to a medical question? Dr. Mara Gordon, a family physician in Camden, N.J., answers reader health questions monthly. Write us at: thrive@npr.org. Question: I'm ...

Talking with a doctor about sexual health can feel awkward at first, but it is an important and completely normal part of health and well-being. Doctors are trained in managing sexual health matters ...

Its not always easy for doctors to talk about sex with their patients, or vice versa. But after Will Lanier was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis (UC) in 2005 and then colon cancer one of UCs ...