“We can usually determine the culprit depending on what type of drain is clogged,” says Docia Boylen, the owner of Handyman Connection. Toilets: “With a toilet, the number one thing ...

The Jackson-Pratt (JP) drain is the most commonly used surgical drain. Patients often need to wear drains after hospital discharge, so it’s important to understand proper at-home care techniques. The ...

Medically reviewed by Sanja Jelic, MD The pleura is a two-layered membrane that covers the lung. Between the layers is a small amount of lubricating fluid, known as pleural fluid, which helps cushion ...