Conditions starting with D

Dandruff

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Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Conditions

Dandruff, flaking of skin on your scalp, can be annoying and itchy. Learn about how to treat it, as well as cradle cap and other scalp conditions.

DASH Eating Plan

The DASH eating plan helps lower high blood pressure. It recommends eating fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, and limiting salt, bad fats, and sweets. Learn about this heart-healthy eating plan.

Deafblindness

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Deep Vein Thrombosis

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT), is a blood clot that forms in a vein deep in the body, often in the leg. Learn about the causes, symptoms, and treatments.

Degenerative Nerve Diseases

Neurodegenerative (degenerative nerve) diseases are disorders that destroy motor neurons. Parkinson's is an examples. See a list of all the diseases.

Dehydration

Dehydration means your body doesn't have enough fluid. Learn about the signs and symptoms of dehydration, and what to do about it.

Delirium

Delirium is a mental state in which you are confused, disoriented, and not able to think or remember clearly. It is often temporary and treatable.

Dementia

People with dementia have serious problems with two or more brain functions, such as memory and language. Affects the ability to do normal activities.

Dementia with Lewy bodies

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Dengue

Dengue is an infection caused by a virus. You can get it if an infected mosquito bites you. Learn more about risk and prevention.

Dental abscess

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Dental Health

Investing in dental health can yield many benefits. Discover a list of simple ways to keep your oral health on track.

Dentures

Dentures are false teeth made to replace lost teeth. Dentures can be partial or complete. Read more about how to properly care for and adjust to them.

Depression

Depression is a serious medical illness. It affects almost 7 percent of U.S. adults. It causes feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and frustration that do not go away. Learn about treatments.

Detached retina (retinal detachment)

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Developmental co-ordination disorder (dyspraxia) in children

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Developmental Disabilities

Developmental disabilities can be physical, mental, or both. The problems are usually life-long, but therapy can help. Learn more.

Developmental dysplasia of the hip

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Diabetes

Diabetes is a chronic health condition in which your blood glucose levels are too high. There is no cure, but diet, exercise, medications, and weight control can help.

Diabetes and Pregnancy

Some women already have diabetes before they get pregnant. When the disease develops during pregnancy, it is called gestational diabetes. It can be managed.

Diabetes Complications

Diabetes affects body functions. Complications include skin problems, digestive problems, sexual dysfunction, and problems with your teeth and gums.

Diabetes in Children and Teens

Children and teens can get Type 1 or Type 2 Diabetes. Learn the differences between the two.

Diabetes Insipidus

Diabetes insipidus (DI) causes frequent urination. Read about DI's associated urination cycle and how your kidneys handle the fluids

Diabetes Medicines

Diabetes medicines can help to control your Diabetes. The right medicines depend on factors such as the type of Diabetes you have.

Diabetes Type 1

If the pancreas doesn't make needed insulin, causing blood sugar levels to be too high you have type 1 or juvenile diabetes. Learn the signs.

Diabetes Type 2

Type 2 Diabetes, previously referred to as Adult Onset Diabetes, is the more common type. Risk factors include obesity and family history.

Diabetic Diet

If you have diabetes, healthy eating helps keep your blood sugar in your target range. Learn how you can still have great tasting food with diabetes.

Diabetic Eye Problems

Diabetic eye problems such as diabetic retinopathy can harm your vision and sometimes cause blindness. It is important to manage your diabetes and get regular eye exams.

Diabetic Foot

Over time, high blood sugar from diabetes can damage your nerves or blood vessels. This can lead to foot problems. Know how to care for diabetic feet.

Diabetic Heart Disease

Diabetes puts you at risk for heart disease. There are different types of diabetic heart disease; Some people have no signs or symptoms.

Diabetic ketoacidosis

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Diabetic Kidney Problems

Diabetes is the most common cause of kidney failure in the U.S. Kidney damage from Diabetes is called Diabetic Nephropathy.

Diabetic retinopathy

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Dialysis

Hemodialysis and Peritoneal Dialysis are two types of dialysis that filter your blood to rid your body of harmful waste. Read more about each type

Diarrhea

Diarrhea can range from mild to severe and can be dangerous in children. Find out what you can do to treat symptoms and when to call your doctor.

Dietary Fats

Fat is not always bad for you. In fact, you need some fat in your diet. Learn about healthy fats and what to avoid.

Dietary Fiber

Fiber helps control your weight by making you feel full faster. It also helps prevent constipation. Learn more about fiber and high fiber foods.

Dietary Proteins

You need to eat protein every day. How much depends on your age, sex, and physical activity. Learn about types of protein and high protein foods.

Dietary Supplements

Dietary supplements include vitamins and minerals. Get the facts about dietary supplements and how to use them safely.

Diets

Many people follow diets to lose weight. Some diets are fad or crash diets that rarely lead to long term weight loss. Learn about what works.

Differences in sex development

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DiGeorge syndrome (22q11 deletion)

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Digestive discomfort

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Digestive Diseases

Learn about digestive disorders and how your gastrointestinal (GI) system works. Find out what tests you need in case you sense a problem.

Diphtheria

Diphtheria is a bacterial infection spread through contact with an infected person or object. Diphtheria usually affects the nose and throat.

Disabilities

A disability is any condition of the body or mind that makes it more difficult for a person to do certain activities and interact with the world around them.

Disaster Preparation and Recovery

Preparing for a disaster can reduce the fear, anxiety and losses that disasters cause. Learn how to be ready.

Discoid eczema

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Dislocated kneecap

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Dislocated Shoulder

A dislocated shoulder is an injury that happens when the top of upper arm bone pops out of the socket in your shoulder blade. It is painful and serious, and should be treated right away. Learn more.

Dislocations

Dislocations are joint injuries that force bones out of position. A dislocation is a medical emergency. Learn about treatment and rehabilitation.

Diverticular disease and diverticulitis

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Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis

Diverticulosis is a condition in which you have small pouches in your colon. If the pouches get inflamed or infected, it's called diverticulitis. Learn more.

Dizziness and Vertigo

Get the facts on symptoms, causes, and treatments for dizziness. Know how dizziness differs from vertigo, which is feeling that the room is spinning.

Down Syndrome

About 1 in 700 babies are born with the birth defect known as Down Syndrome. Learn about the different Down Syndrome types and related health issues.

Down's syndrome

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Drinking Water

Are you drinking enough water? How can you be sure your drinking water is safe? Learn about drinking water.

Drowning

Did you know a person can drown in a puddle of water? Learn more about drowning and how to stay safe in the water.

Drug Reactions

If you take prescription or over the counter medicines, be aware of possible drug reactions. Learn about drug interactions, side effects, and more.

Drug Safety

Be safe when you take medicines. Find out about drug safety.

Drug Use and Addiction

Drugs include prescription and over-the-counter medicines, alcohol, tobacco, and illegal substances. Repeated drug use can change the brain and lead to addiction.

Drugs and Young People

Drug use or misuse is especially dangerous for young people. Drug use can interfere with developmental processes in the brain, and lead to other health problems.

Dry Mouth

Everyone has a dry mouth (Xerostomia) once in a while. But if it's frequent, it can lead to serious health problems. Find a list of common symptoms.

Dupuytren's contracture

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DVT (deep vein thrombosis)

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Dwarfism

A dwarf is a person of short stature - under 4' 10" as an adult. Many conditions can cause dwarfism but Achondroplasia causes about 70 percent.

Dysarthria (difficulty speaking)

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Dysentery

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Dyslexia

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Dyspraxia (developmental co-ordination disorder) in adults

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Dystonia

Dystonia is a movement disorder. It causes involuntary, often painful, contractions of your muscles. Learn about causes, symptoms, and what can help.