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Ascites (say "uh-SY-teez") is the buildup of fluid in the belly (abdomen). Many diseases can cause ascites, including liver

A liver biopsy is done using a needle inserted between two of the right lower ribs. The needle removes a small sample of liver

A cesarean section (C-section) is the delivery of a baby through an incision in the mother's belly and uterus.

About once a month, an egg is released from one of a woman's two ovaries (ovulation). The egg then enters the nearby fallopian

Mastitis is an inflammation of the breast that is most often related to breastfeeding. With mastitis, redness is usually seen in

A stye is an infection that causes a tender red lump on the eyelid. Most styes occur along the edge of the eyelid.

Blepharitis is an inflammation of the eyelids. It causes redness, itchiness, irritation, and scaly skin at the edges of the

Pleural effusion is a buildup of fluid in the space between tissues lining the lungs and the chest wall. This area is called the

In thoracentesis, the doctor removes fluid from the space between the lungs and the chest wall (the pleural space). The doctor

Chickenpox (varicella) is a contagious illness that causes an itchy rash and red spots or blisters (pox) all over the body. It