Pectus excavatum is a congenital chest wall deformity, also known as "funnel chest" or "sunken chest," characterized by a deep depression in the sternum which can cause chest compression, breathing difficulties and heart conditions. Learn more about pectus excavatum and the Nuss procedure by downloading our free treatment guide. The guide includes information on symptoms and diagnosis, minimally invasive chest correction including a video on the Nuss procedure and post-operative planning and…

As a parent or caregiver, you may feel helpless as you watch your child become depressed, miss school and drop out of sports and outside activities because they are in pain. Download our free guide and learn about the types of chronic pain conditions, including complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), our individualized, two-part inpatient and day treatment approach.

Hypoplastic left heart syndrome (HLHS) is a congenital heart condition that requires complex care. Download our free HLHS guide to learn about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options for your child before birth, immediately after birth and into childhood. This guide will empower you to ask the right questions about HLHS and its effects and make the best choices for your child's ongoing care.

Knowing your options is the first step in kidney cancer treatment. Decide which approach is best for you by downloading our free Kidney Cancer Treatment Guide. This resource offers detailed information on minimally invasive surgery options, including laparoscopic and robotic techniques, non-surgical therapy options and what to expect after kidney cancer surgery.

Gamma Knife radiosurgery is one of the most advanced and minimally invasive options for brain tumor treatment. For many patients, the Gamma Knife can target and reduce tumors and lesions deep within the brain with pinpoint accuracy that can't be matched by traditional surgery. Since it is an outpatient procedure with no incisions necessary, Gamma Knife patients also benefit from reduced treatment and recovery time.

If you have been diagnosed with a brain or spine tumor, you may have many questions about the treatment process. Download our free brain and spine tumor guides and learn more about care prior to, during and after treatment.

Being diagnosed with any form of head and neck cancer raises many questions. It's important to learn about all available treatment options, benefits and risks. Download our free Head and Neck Cancer Treatment Guide for comprehensive information on treating cancers of the mouth, nose, sinuses, salivary glands, throat, pharynx, larynx and lymph nodes in the neck.

Knowing your options is the first step in bladder cancer treatment. Decide which approach is best for you by downloading our free Bladder Cancer Treatment Guide.

Knowing your options is the first step in prostate cancer treatment. Decide which approach is best for you by downloading our free Prostate Cancer Treatment Guide.

Cleveland Clinic offers personalized treatment options for lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and Burkitt's lymphoma. This allows patients to have the greatest chance of curing their condition and living a long and healthy life. Our free downloadable lymphoma treatment guide includes causes of Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphoma, how these conditions are diagnosed and medical and surgical treatment options.

Being diagnosed with lung cancer, mesothelioma or rare tumors of the chest wall and mediastinum raises many questions. It is important to learn and understand the available treatment options for you to take control of your health. Download our free Lung Cancer Treatment Guide to learn more about diagnosis and management, stages and types and the latest medical and surgical treatment options.

Knowing your options is the first step in successfully treating leukemia or myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS). Learn more by downloading our free Leukemia Guide. This resource offers detailed information on the following causes of leukemia and MDS, how these conditions are diagnosed and medical and surgical treatment options.

I had a bone density recently and was diagnosed with osteoporosis. I just started alendronate. In addition to walking, rowing and using the elliptical, what else can I do to strengthen my bones?

My friend is interested in vacationing on a cruise ship while pregnant. Is it safe to go on a cruise ship when a woman is in her first trimester? Is there anything she should be aware of before boarding a ship?

How does bar soap compare to alcohol based sanitizers or liquid soap? I prefer using bar soap, but I’m concerned about its effectiveness.

I have been suffering from angular cheilitis for over a year. I have tried fungal creams, nutritional supplements, and mouthwash without any benefit. Do you know of any other remedies for angular cheilitis? I’m so embarrassed. Please help!

Read Dr. Holly L. Thacker's column that discusses some of the top advances in women's health from 2014 that are related to new diagnosis and treatment options.

NBC News reports that the FDA has approved a test that allows physicians to more easily measure "a fairly new indicator of heart disease risk — one that is especially helpful for African-American women." The test "measures the inflammation caused by the buildup of dangerous gunk in the arteries and can show a patient risks having a heart attack or a stroke even if she doesn't have high cholesterol."

Read Dr. Holly L. Thacker's about our new theme for the year 2015, Love Your Life, which can serve as a health tip to carry you throughout the New Year.

Philip Sarrel, M.D. is the Founder and President of The Advancing Health After Hysterectomy Foundation, Inc., a non-profit corporation registered in Connecticut whose position statement is "Estrogen is the only menopause treatment that treats symptoms, prevents disease and saves lives."