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  • A man scraping his tongue with a tongue scraper

    Halitosis

    Halitosis is another name for bad breath. It can be caused by foods you eat or not taking proper care…

  • Man with painful and swollen big toe joint due to gout inflammation

    Gout

    Gout is a common type of arthritis marked by swelling and pain in your joints.

  • Ebola virus disease is caused by infection by the Ebola virus. There are five known strains, four of which affect people.

    Ebola Virus Disease

    Ebola virus disease is caused by infection by the Ebola virus. There are five known strains, four of which affect…

  • Woman runner holding shin in pain

    Shin Splints

    Shin splints describe a type of pain in your shinbone (tibia). They are often caused by overuse and heal within…

  • A young women crouches in the corner and holds her head.

    Schizophrenia

    Schizophrenia is a mental illness that interferes with the way you think, feel, and behave.

  • 3D illustration of DNA molecule

    Organic Acid Metabolism Disorders

    Organic acid metabolism disorders are a group of rare birth defects. They affect your ability to break down food into…

  • Man clutching chest in pain as a result of coronary heart disease

    Coronary Heart Disease (CHD)

    Coronary heart disease (CHD) is the most common type of heart disease caused by a buildup of plaque in your…

  • A photo of a baby who has on a cast on his leg

    Clubfoot

    Clubfoot is a condition present at birth that causes a baby’s foot to turn inward or downward. It can be…

  • Complete Blood Count (CBC)

    A complete blood count test measures the different cells and platelets in your blood to give a doctor a picture…

  • A father and daughter brushing their teeth together

    Mouth and Teeth: How to Keep Them Healthy

    Having a healthy mouth can have overall health benefits. Good oral health takes discipline like brushing and flossing every…

  • Happy couple smiling

    Mental Health: Keeping Your Emotional Health

    Emotional health is an important part of your overall health. People who are emotionally healthy are able to cope with…

  • Close-up of a mosquito on human skin. West Nile virus is an infectious disease that can cause flu-like symptoms. It’s usually spread by infected mosquitos.

    West Nile Virus

    West Nile virus is an infectious disease that can cause flu-like symptoms. It’s usually spread by infected mosquitos.

  • woman holding stomach in pain

    Vulvodynia

    Vulvodynia is pain and discomfort in a woman’s external genital area known as the vulva.

  • A young businessman having a panic attack in an office. Panic disorder is a condition in which a person has sudden episodes of intense fear or anxiety. These episodes are known as panic attacks.

    Panic Disorder and Panic Attacks

    Panic disorder is a condition in which a person has episodes of intense fear or anxiety that occur suddenly, often…

  • Osteochondritis Dissecans

    Osteochondritis dissecans is a joint problem. It occurs when an area of bone under a piece of cartilage in the…

  • Doctor examines knee of teenage boy seated on examination bed. Osgood-Schlatter disease causes swelling and knee pain. It can be caused by pulled or overused muscles around one or both knees.

    Osgood-Schlatter Disease

    Osgood-Schlatter disease is one of the most common causes of knee pain in young children and athletes. It can affect…

  • A little girl lies in bed with a thermometer in her mouth. Fifth disease is a mild viral infection that causes a bright red rash on the face. Other symptoms include fever, sore throat and headache.

    Fifth Disease

    Fifth disease is a mild viral infection that causes a bright red rash on the face. It also has cold-like…

  • Fibromyalgia is a syndrome that causes muscle pain and general fatigue. It is a condition that is often misunderstood.

    Fibromyalgia

    Fibromyalgia is a syndrome that causes muscle pain and general fatigue.