Sweat crystals grow on a pair of ballet shoes, as part of a collection by Alice Potts that imagines a future where accessories are grown from our bodily excretions, in the Royal College of Art Fashion ...

The same uric acid that helps reptiles survive can cause problems for humans. When too much uric acid builds up in our bodies ...

Cystine stones are a type of kidney stone. They are also called renal calculi, nephrolithiasis, or urolithiasis, and they are caused by a genetic condition. Here’s what to know about cystine crystals ...

Cloudy urine, often noticed by chance, can signal dietary impacts or underlying health issues. While dehydration, certain foods like dairy and high-protein items, and drinks like alcohol are common ...

Q: My Maltese dog has bladder stones and we’re told they need to be removed with surgery. But I’ve been reading things that say stones can be dissolved with a special diet or with a laser. Is surgery ...

Ever felt like you're just waiting for the other shoe to drop, especially regarding medical test results? Francis Collins, the former NIH director, found himself in that situation, dancing the ...