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Pancreatitis is inflammation (swelling) of your pancreas. The pancreas is a gland near your stomach and liver. It makes digestive… that become solid and form stones in the gallbladder) Heavy alcohol use Genetic disorders of the pancreas Certain medicines Other causes include: Smoking High levels…

Eustachian tube dysfunction is when your ear is plugged with fluid. Sounds may be muffled, and your ear may feel… there. Also, children’s immune systems are not fully developed, making it harder for them to fight off infections. People who smoke. Smoking damages the cilia (the tiny…

Hidradenitis suppurativa is a chronic skin disease that causes painful red bumps in places where hair grows, including armpits, groin… hidradenitis suppurativa be prevented or avoided? It is difficult to prevent HS or flare-ups caused by the disease. However, obesity and smoking are related to…

Sometimes an area of a blood vessel wall will get weak. It can start to swell like a balloon and… increase your chance of developing an aneurysm. There are many conditions that can weaken the walls of the aorta. These include aging, smoking, and high…

COPD is a disease that makes it hard for you to breathe. The two main types of COPD are chronic… includes: Air pollution Chemical fumes Gases Vapors Mists Dust Tobacco smoke (including secondhand smoke) The majority of COPD cases are caused by smoking. You are…

Obesity is a complex, and increasingly common disease that is associated with many health risks such as high blood pressure,… What is obesity? Obesity is a complex and increasingly common disease that is associated with many health risks such as high blood pressure, diabetes,…

Cervical dysplasia is when there are abnormal, or precancerous, cells in and around a woman’s cervix. This doesn’t mean you… What is cervical dysplasia? Cervical dysplasia is when there are abnormal, or precancerous, cells in and around a woman’s cervix. The vagina opens up…

Meconium aspiration syndrome affects newborns who inhale their stool and/or amniotic fluid before, during, or after labor and delivery… What is meconium aspiration syndrome? Meconium aspiration syndrome (MAS) happens when a newborn inhales meconium (the baby’s first stool) and/or amniotic fluid (the fluid that…

Angina is a heart condition that causes chest pain or pressure… What is angina? Angina is a heart condition that causes chest pain or pressure. However, not all chest pain and pressure is heart-related. There are three types of angina: Stable angina. This is…

Infertility means a couple isn’t able to become pregnant after 1 year of having regular, unprotected sex. Infertility can affect… What is infertility? Infertility means a couple isn’t able to become pregnant after 1 year of having regular, unprotected sex. Infertility can affect both women…

Learn why your child may get several infections while he or she is still young… Why do children get repeated infections? Babies are born with immature immune systems. As a result, babies tend to get a high number of infections, usually 4 to 8…

Labyrinthitis is a condition that affects a part of the inner ear called the labyrinth. When it is swollen, you… What is labyrinthitis? Labyrinthitis (say: “lab-uh-rinth-eye-tus”) is a condition that affects a part of the inner ear called the labyrinth. Normally, the labyrinth helps…

Vulvar cancer is not very common. If found early, vulvar cancer has a high cure rate and the treatment options… What is vulvar cancer? The vulva is the skin and fatty tissue between the upper thighs of women. It extends from the area of the…