Healthcare providers diagnose high blood pressure by measuring it with an arm cuff. Providers usually measure your blood pressure at annual checkups and other appointments. If you have high blood pressure readings at two or more appointments, your provider may tell you that you have high blood pressure. They’ll talk to you about your medical history and lifestyle to identify possible causes. Blood pressure …

A review of your health history and a physical exam is typically all that’s necessary. Unfortunately, many healthcare providers may mistake HS for infection-related boils. A dermatologist has special training that helps them recognize the signs of hidradenitis suppurativa.

If you have hiccups for just a few minutes, you likely won’t think to call a healthcare provider. But you should call one if your hiccups last more than two days (persistent hiccups). They may ask you to come in for an appointment where they’ll: Learn your medical history, including any recent surgeries. Ask about medications you’re taking. Ask about …

Your healthcare provider will perform a physical exam to diagnose Ramsay Hunt syndrome. They’ll ask you about your medical history and symptoms. Your provider will look for a rash and signs of weakness in your face. Diagnosis can be difficult because the symptoms of the condition don’t always develop at the same time. Therefore, your provider may request a laboratory …

Your healthcare provider will do a thorough physical exam. During the exam, your provider will assess your pain, muscle reflexes, sensation and muscle strength. They may also perform a neurological exam and a straight leg raise test. With this test, your provider will have you lie on your back. Then, they’ll raise your leg straight in the air. If you experience any pain …

Healthcare providers find hiatal hernias by looking at images of your esophagus and stomach. Sometimes, they find it accidentally while looking for something else. If they’re looking for it, it’s usually because you have symptoms of acid reflux. They might begin with an esophageal pH test to confirm there’s acid in your esophagus. If there is, they’ll follow up with imaging tests …

Your healthcare provider will offer prenatal screening tests and genetic testing to diagnose Lynch syndrome before your baby is born. Genetic tests can help diagnose your child after they are born as well. Genetic testing, which involves a blood draw or obtaining a brushing from the inside of the mouth (buccal swab), helps determine if a MLHL, MSH2, MSH6, PMS2 or EPCAM gene mutation is present in the family. …

Healthcare providers recognize hepatopulmonary syndrome by a triad of features that appear together: Portal hypertension, usually in the setting of liver disease. Dilation of the veins entering your lungs (intrapulmonary vascular dilatations). Low blood oxygen (hypoxemia). Most of the time, you’ll already be diagnosed with liver disease and/or portal hypertension when you develop hepatopulmonary syndrome. If not, your healthcare team …

Healthcare providers recognize hepatopulmonary syndrome by a triad of features that appear together: Portal hypertension, usually in the setting of liver disease. Dilation of the veins entering your lungs (intrapulmonary vascular dilatations). Low blood oxygen (hypoxemia). Most of the time, you’ll already be diagnosed with liver disease and/or portal hypertension when you develop hepatopulmonary syndrome. If not, your healthcare team …