This common knee injury affects the tendon that stretches from the kneecap to the shinbone.
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Sprains
A sprain is a stretching or tearing of ligaments — the tough bands of tissue that connect two bones together in your joints. Ice and elevation can help.
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NF2-related schwannomatosis (neurofibromatosis type 2)
NF2 is a rare condition that causes benign nerve tumors that can affect hearing, balance and other symptoms. Learn about symptoms, diagnosis and current treatments.
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Pinworm infection
Learn more about the symptoms, treatment and prevention of this common intestinal worm infection.
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Keloid scar
Learn about how to prevent, remove or flatten these problematic raised scars that form over scars from acne, tattoos, piercing and other injuries.
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Infertility
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.
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Endometriosis
Learn about endometriosis, including possible treatments for this condition that can cause pain and sometimes infertility.
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Vaginitis
Inflammation of the vagina can result in discharge, itching and pain. Recognize signs and symptoms and learn when to seek treatment.
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Female sexual dysfunction
Learn more about what causes these sexual problems and possible treatments, including medicines.
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Blastocystis hominis
This microscopic organism is a parasite that can live in your digestive system. Whether it causes digestive problems isn't clear.
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Colon cancer
Find out about symptoms and causes for this cancer that starts in the large intestine. Learn about treatment options, including minimally invasive surgery.
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Thyroid cancer
Learn about thyroid cancer diagnosis and treatment, including thyroid surgery, radioactive iodine and thyroid hormone therapy.