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Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)
An abdominal aortic aneurysm is when a weak area in the aorta swells up like a balloon. It can cause…
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Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
Abnormal uterine bleeding is heavy or unusual bleeding from the uterus (through your vagina) throughout a woman’s monthly cycle.
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Abusive Head Trauma
Abusive head trauma (shaken baby syndrome) is a form of child abuse that can be deadly or leave a baby…
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ACL Injuries
ACL injuries have become more common among athletes, women, and children. PEP training programs can help with prevention.
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Acne
Acne is a common skin condition that develops when the hair follicles in your skin are blocked by dead skin…
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Acute Bronchitis
Learn about the symptoms, causes, treatment and prevention of acute bronchitis, a lung infection usually caused by a virus.
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Addison’s Disease
Addison’s disease is a condition that affects your body’s adrenal glands. It interferes with your body’s ability to produce certain…
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Adhesive Capsulitis
Adhesive capsulitis is known as frozen shoulder. It causes shoulder pain and stiffness, due to surgery, injury, and some medical…
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Adult ADHD
Attention-deficit hyperactivity fisorder (ADHD) is a group of behaviors that affects focus and self-control. Adults can have ADHD.
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Alcohol Abuse
Alcohol abuse is a pattern of drinking too much alcohol too often. This can harm your work, school, and…
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Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic conjunctivitis is called “pink eye.” It causes your eye to become irritated, swollen, itchy, sore, and watery.
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Allergic Rhinitis
Allergic rhinitis is a reaction to allergens such as pollen. It causes nasal symptoms that can usually be treated with…
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Alopecia Areata (AA)
Alopecia areata is a disease of your immune system that causes unpredictable hair loss and emotional challenges.
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Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer’s disease is a type of dementia. The symptoms are associated with physical and functional changes in the brain.
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Amblyopia
Amblyopia (lazy eye) develops in childhood when one eye doesn’t work properly with the brain. Left untreated, it can lead…
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Amenorrhea
Amenorrhea is the absence of menstruation or a monthly period. Learn about the various causes and treatments for primary and…
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Anal Fissure
Anal fissures are small tears in the lining of the lower rectum. They are usually caused by straining during a…
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Anal Fistulas
An anal fistula is an abnormal connection that forms between the anus and the skin outside of it. It usually…
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Anaphylaxis
Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening allergic reaction that requires immediate medical attention.
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Anemia
Anemia is a common blood disorder that affects your red blood cells. Learn about the types, causes, treatments, and prevention…