Conditions starting with A

Abdominal aortic aneurysm

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Abdominal Pain

Stomach aches can be painful. Find out what might be the cause of your abdominal pain.

Abscess

Abscesses are filled with pus and can occur anywhere on your body. They can be painful. Learn about types of abscesses and how they are treated.

Acanthosis nigricans

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Achalasia

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Acid and chemical burns

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Acne

Looking for ways to fight unsightly zits? Both teens and adults can get acne. Learn what causes pimples and blackheads and how to manage them.

Acoustic Neuroma

An acoustic neuroma is a benign tumor that grows on the cranial nerve that connects the ear to the brain. It can affect hearing and balance nerves.

Acromegaly

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Actinic keratoses (solar keratoses)

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Actinomycosis

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Acupuncture

Are you considering acupuncture to treat pain? Find out about how this type of traditional Chinese medicine might help you.

Acute Bronchitis

Bronchitis is an inflammation of the airways that carry air to your lungs. Learn about acute bronchitis symptoms, causes, and treatment

Acute cholecystitis

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Acute Flaccid Myelitis

Acute flaccid myelitis (AFM) is a rare but serious neurologic disease. It mostly affects children. Learn about its possible causes and symptoms.

Acute kidney injury

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Acute lymphoblastic leukaemia

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Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia

Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL) or Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia is a cancer of the white blood cells. Learn more about symptoms and treatment.

Acute Myeloid Leukemia

Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) is a cancer of the white blood cells. AML usually gets worse quickly if it is not treated. Read more.

Acute pancreatitis

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Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)

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Addison Disease

Your adrenal glands makes hormones. Adrenal insufficiency or Addison disease happens if the adrenal glands don't make enough hormones. Read more.

Addison's disease

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Adenoids

Your adenoids are high up in your throat. They trap germs coming in your mouth and nose. Learn about enlarged adenoids, a common problem in children.

Adenomyosis

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ADHD in adults

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ADHD in children and young people

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Adhesions

Abdominal surgery is the main cause of adhesions but not the only one. Learn about the signs, symptoms, and causes this type of scar tissue.

Adrenal Gland Cancer

Tumors can affect adrenal glands. Most adrenal gland tumors are benign. Types of tumors include Neuroblastoma and Pheochromocytoma.

Adrenal Gland Disorders

Adrenal gland disorders, such as Cushing's Syndrome and Addison's Disease, happen when your glands make too much or not enough hormones.

Advance Directives

Advance directives, or living wills, inform your family about your wishes if you become too ill to let them know. Find out more.

After Surgery

Are you concerned about post-surgery side effects or after surgery care? Learn about how to care for incisions, control pain, and more.

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD)

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Air Pollution

Did you know that air pollution can happen both inside buildings and outdoors? Get the facts how air pollution effects your health.

Albinism

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Alcohol

Many people drink alcohol. Drinking too much can take a serious toll on your health. It's important to know how alcohol affects you and how much is too much.

Alcohol misuse

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Alcohol poisoning

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Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)

An alcohol use disorder (AUD) is drinking that causes distress and harm. AUD can range from mild to severe (alcoholism). Learn the signs that you may have a problem with drinking.

Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) Treatment

An alcohol use disorder (AUD) is drinking that causes distress and harm. Learn about the medicines and behavioral therapies that treat AUD.

Alcohol-related liver disease

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Allergic rhinitis

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Allergies

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Allergy

An allergy is a reaction by your immune system. Substances that cause reactions include pollen and food. Find the full list of allergies and symptoms.

Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency

Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency is an inherited condition that raises your risk for lung and liver disease. Learn about the symptoms and treatment.

Altitude sickness

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Alzheimer's Caregivers

Caring for someone who has Alzheimer's Disease can be stressful and overwhelming. It's important to take care of yourself. Learn how to find support.

Alzheimer's Disease

Alzheimer's disease is a brain disorder that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills. It's the most common cause of dementia among older adults.

Amblyopia

Learn about amblyopia, or "lazy eye," the most common cause of visual problems in children. It happens when an eye fails to work properly with the brain.

Amino Acid Metabolism Disorders

Disorders like phenylketonuria (PKU) and maple syrup urine disease cause problems with how your body uses proteins. Learn more about them.

Amyloidosis

Amyloidosis is a rare condition that can affect different organs of the body. Find out about amyloidosis treatment and symptoms.

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis

ALS stands for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, also called Lou Gehrig's disease. ALS affects the nervous system, causing muscle problems. Find out how.

Anabolic steroid misuse

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Anabolic Steroids

Thinking about using anabolic steroids to build muscles or improve your athletic performance? Think again. Misusing them is not legal or safe. It can cause long-term health problems.

Anal Disorders

Anal disorders include hemorrhoids, fistulas, and abscesses. Learn about which anal conditions are minor and those that are more serious.

Anal fissure

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Anal fistula

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Anaphylaxis

Anaphylaxis or anaphylactic shock is a serious allergic reaction. It can begin very quickly, and symptoms may be life-threatening. Read the symptoms.

Anatomy

Anatomy is the science that studies the structure of the body. Learn about the organs and body parts.

Androgen insensitivity syndrome

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Anemia

Anemia occurs when your blood doesn't carry enough oxygen to the rest of your body. Read about conditions that lead to it and treatments available.

Anesthesia

Local, regional, general - all are types of anesthesia. Learn about how anesthesia reduces or blocks pain before a surgery.

Aneurysms

An aneurysm is a bulge in the wall of an artery. It can develop and grow for years without causing any symptoms. Learn about tests and treatment.

Angelman syndrome

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Angina

Angina is chest pain or discomfort when there is not enough blood flow to your heart muscle. Learn about angina symptoms and treatment.

Angioedema

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Animal and human bites

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Animal Bites

Wild animals might attack if they are threatened or acting protective. Attacks by pets are more common. Learn how to avoid both types of animal bites.

Animal Diseases and Your Health

You may know that some animal diseases can have an effect on humans. Find out more about animal diseases and your health.

Ankle Injuries and Disorders

Ankle injuries and ankle disorders can affect tendons and cartilage. Learn about different kinds of ankle problems including sprains and fractures.

Ankylosing Spondylitis

Ankylosing spondylitis is a type of arthritis. It causes inflammation between vertebrae and in the joints between spine and pelvis. Learn more.

Anthrax

You probably won't have to worry about getting anthrax disease. We offer information about anthrax symptoms, causes, vaccine, and treatment.

Antibiotic Resistance

Antibiotics can save lives. But when they are not used properly they can become less effective. Use them only when necessary to combat antibiotic resistance.

Antibiotics

Used properly, antibiotics can save lives by fighting bacterial infections. Read about how to use antibiotics and about when not to use antibiotics.

Antidepressants

Many people take antidepressants. Learn about antidepressant side effect, the different types of antidepressants, and more.

Antioxidants

Antioxidants can protect cells against free radicals that can cause damage. But there is a lot of misinformation. Get the facts.

Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS)

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Anxiety

It's normal to be anxious at times. It may be time to get help if anxiety attack is severe or when anxiety doesn't stop. Learn about anxiety disorders.

Aortic Aneurysm

An aneurysm is a bulge or "ballooning" in the wall of an artery. Arteries carry oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the rest of the body. Learn more.

Aphasia

Aphasia is a disorder caused by damage to the parts of the brain that control language. It can make it hard for you to read, write, and speak.

Aplastic Anemia

Aplastic anemia is a rare but serious blood disorder. If you have it, your bone marrow doesn't make enough new blood cells. Read more on the causes.

Appendicitis

You don't have to be young to have appendicitis. Learn to identify signs, symptoms and more about this painful and serious condition.

Arm Injuries and Disorders

Arm injuries and arm disorders can be caused by nerve problems, cancers, sprains, dislocations, Tendinitis and conditions such as Arthritis.

Arrhythmia

Arrhythmia, also called irregular heartbeat comes in different types. The most common is atrial fibrillation. Read about symptoms and treatment.

Arsenic

Arsenic can be in food, soil, and water. Low levels will probably not hurt you, but higher levels can cause problems. Learn more about arsenic.

Arteriovenous Malformations

Arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) are defects in your arteries, veins, and capillaries. They are common in the brain and spine. Find out more.

Arthritis

Arthritis can cause pain, swelling and stiffness in and around the joints. Learn about the different types of Arthritis and how they can affect you.

Artificial Limbs

Artificial limbs, or prosthetics, can allow a person to do activities they might not be able to do otherwise. Learn more about artificial limbs.

Asbestos

Asbestos is the name of a group of minerals with thin fibers. Breathing high levels of asbestos can lead to mesothelioma or lung cancer. Read more.

Asbestosis

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Aspergillosis

Find out about symptoms, tests, and treatment of aspergillosis, a disease caused by a fungus.

Assisted Living

Many people need help as they age. Assisted living facilities can provide care that you or you loved ones may need. Learn more.

Assisted Reproductive Technology

Learn about treating infertility with assisted reproductive technology (ART). It includes procedures like in vitro fertilization (IVF).

Assistive Devices

Learn about assistive devices and how they can help you if you are disabled or injured.

Asthma

Asthma causes one's airways to become sore and swollen. An attack means a person's lungs are getting less air. Learn about two types of treatment.

Asthma in Children

Children's airways are small, making asthma more serious for them. Learn the symptoms, what can cause an attack, and long term treatments.

Astigmatism

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Ataxia

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Ataxia Telangiectasia

Ataxia Telangiectasia (AT) is an inherited disease that affects several body systems, including the nervous system and immune system. Learn more.

Atherosclerosis

Atherosclerosis is hardening and narrowing of the arteries caused by the buildup of a fatty substance called plaque. Learn about the risks and prevention.

Athlete's Foot

Athlete's foot (tinea pedis) is a contagious fungal infection that can affect any part of the foot, but usually begins between the toes. Learn more.

Atopic eczema

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Atrial Fibrillation

Atrial fibrillation (AF or AFib) is the most common type of arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat). Read about symptoms and treatment.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Does your child have trouble paying attention? This may be a symptom of attention deficit hyperactive disorder (often called ADHD or ADD). Read more.

Auditory processing disorder (APD)

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Autism

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Autism Spectrum Disorder

Find out about autism spectrum disorder symptoms, causes, treatment, and other issues related to this developmental disorder.

Autoimmune Diseases

Autoimmune diseases are where your immune system attacks healthy cells in your body by mistake. Learn about the symptoms, tests, and treatments.

Autonomic Nervous System Disorders

Dysautonomia is a disorder of the autonomic nervous system, which controls functions such as breathing and heartbeat. Read more about these disorders.

Autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease

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Autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease

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