Learn about these complex genetic disorders that cause problems with connective tissue in the skin, joints and blood vessel walls.
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Kyphosis
This excessive forward rounding of the back is often caused by osteoporosis in older women. Spinal malformations can cause kyphosis in infants or teens.
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Elevated blood pressure
If your blood pressure is slightly elevated, eating better and moving more can help prevent prehypertension from becoming high blood pressure.
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Hidradenitis suppurativa
This condition causes small, painful lumps to form where your skin rubs together. The lumps heal and return and can lead to the formation of tunnels and scarring.
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Seborrheic keratosis
Learn more about the symptoms and treatments of this common, noncancerous skin growth that gradually appears as you age.
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Ingrown toenails
Learn about causes, prevention and treatment of this common, painful nail condition that usually affects the big toe.
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Cutaneous B-cell lymphoma
Find out more about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of this type of non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
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Shingles
Learn more about symptoms, causes, treatment and vaccine prevention of this painful condition affecting the nerves.
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Mosquito bites
Learn about the many ways to prevent mosquito bites and how to ease the itch if you are bitten.
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Generalized anxiety disorder
Excessive, ongoing anxiety and worry can interfere with your daily activities and may be a sign of generalized anxiety disorder, but treatment can help.
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Rett syndrome
This rare genetic disorder affects the way the brain develops, causing a progressive inability to use muscles for eye and body movements and language.
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Angiosarcoma
Learn about this rare cancer that begins in the blood vessels and lymph vessels. Treatments include surgery, radiation therapy and chemotherapy.