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Learn what causes this infection of the inner lining of the heart chambers and valves (endocardium) and find out how to prevent and treat it.

Get more information about the causes of this potentially life-threatening lung condition and learn how to treat and prevent it.

Learn more about the symptoms and prevention of this viral infection that easily passes to others.

This collection of blood within the skull is a serious, possibly life-threatening, complication of a head injury.

Learn about this potentially fatal condition that causes fluid buildup in the brain. It can cause a range of symptoms, from headaches to poor balance.

Learn how doctors use surgery, liver transplant, radiation, chemotherapy and other methods to treat hepatocellular carcinoma and other types of liver cancer.

Learn about symptoms, treatment and prevention of this life-threatening condition in which the body loses heat faster than it can generate it.

This serious infection of the reproductive organs can cause long-term complications such as infertility and ongoing pain. Know the symptoms and causes.

This rare disease causes an early decay of nerve cells in the brain. Learn about its symptoms and how treatments may help.

This rare autoimmune condition affects the nerves, causing weakness and tingling in the arms and legs that quickly spreads throughout the body.

Learn about this vaccine-preventable disease that once was common in childhood and is known for a splotchy rash and high fever.

Don't let emotional eating derail your weight-loss efforts. Use these tips to get back on track.

Learn how to avoid contaminated food and water that may lead to this common travel hazard. Plus, find out what to do if it strikes.

In this digestive condition, gluten in food damages the small intestine, making it hard to absorb nutrients and causing a variety of symptoms.

Learn what causes cancer pain and how you can work with your doctor to ensure your cancer pain is controlled.

Learn about the symptoms and risks of this rare but deadly bacterial disease that's been used as a terrorist weapon.

Learn about possible causes of the loss of bladder control and what treatments are available for this problem.

Learn about the symptoms, causes and treatment of this inherited blood disorder that, in the United States, is more common among Black people.

A lack of folate and vitamin B-12 can cause red blood cells to become too large so they can't carry oxygen well.

Find out about the challenges of not being able to get pregnant. Learn the causes, risk factors, and treatments including insemination and in vitro fertilization.