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Edema
Edema is swelling or puffiness of parts of the body. Edema usually happens in the feet, ankles, and legs. It…
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Early-Onset Alzheimer’s
Early-onset Alzheimer dementia is a medical condition. It is a disease of the brain and a form of dementia.
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Dysphagia
Dysphagia means difficulty swallowing. If you persistently have trouble swallowing or can’t swallow at all, you may have dysphagia.
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Diverticular Disease
Diverticular disease is a group of conditions that affect your large intestine (colon). It involves small pouches or sacs, called…
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Diabetes and Heart Disease
People who have diabetes are more likely to get heart disease. That’s because their blood sugar level is often higher…
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Diabetes
Diabetes occurs when your body doesn’t make or use the hormone insulin properly.
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Depression in Older Adults
Depression is a common problem in older adults, but it is not part of the aging process. Learn how to…
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Depression and Alzheimer’s Disease
Depression is very common among people who have Alzheimer dementia. They may become depressed when their memory and ability to…
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Dementia
Dementia isn’t a disease. It’s a group of symptoms that can be caused by brain damage. It’s not related to…
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Deep Vein Thrombosis
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot deep down in a vein, usually in your legs. DVT is common…
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Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing: Tips for Working With Your Doctor
If you are deaf or hard of hearing, bring an interpreter with you whenever you see a doctor.
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De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis
De Quervain’s tenosynovitis is a painful condition that affects the tendons in your wrist.
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Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Coronary artery disease is also called CAD. It is the most common form of heart disease in the U.S. —…
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Colorectal Cancer
Colorectal cancer starts in the colon or the rectum. Because they share common features, these two cancers are often referred…
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Clostridium difficile (C. diff.) Infection
A clostridium difficile (C. diff.) infection is a bacterial infection in your intestines.
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Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy (CSM)
Cervical spondylotic myelopathy (CSM) is a compression of the spinal cord in your neck. A compression means pressure, pinching, or…
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Caring for a Relative Who Has Dementia
Learn how caregivers can help address some of the behavior problems common in people who have dementia.
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Caregiving: Care for Yourself While Caring for Others
Caregivers provide care for people with chronic medical conditions. It’s a challenging job, so caregivers also need to take care…
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Brain Training for Seniors
Exercising your brain as you age is important and may help delay the onset of dementia.
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Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is the medical term for an enlarged prostate. This condition is associated with aging and mimics…
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