Learn about causes and complications of unwanted excess hair in women and what self-care methods and medical treatments are effective.
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Vaginal agenesis
In this rare condition that occurs before birth, the vagina doesn't develop and the uterus may only develop partially or not at all. Learn about treatment.
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Suspicious breast lumps
Most of these growths aren't cancer, but you should still get them checked promptly.
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Posterior vaginal prolapse (rectocele)
In this pelvic floor disorder, the rectum presses against weakened tissues and bulges into the vagina. Learn about the symptoms and treatments.
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Polyhydramnios
Learn about the symptoms, causes and treatment for this condition, in which too much amniotic fluid builds up during pregnancy.
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Anterior vaginal prolapse (cystocele)
This condition happens when the pelvic floor muscles weaken and the bladder pushes into the front part of the vagina. Learn how it's treated..
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Hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia
This inherited blood vessel condition can cause bad nosebleeds, strokes, bleeding in the digestive tract and anemia.
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Swimmer's ear
The moisture from water left in the ear after swimming or bathing can lead to this infection in the outer ear canal.
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Chiari malformation
Learn about this brain condition in which brain tissue extends into the spinal canal.
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Craniosynostosis
In this condition, one or more of the flexible joints between the bone plates of a baby's skull close before the brain is fully formed.
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Pseudocholinesterase deficiency
This causes sensitivity to certain muscle relaxants used during anesthesia. Muscles may stay relaxed for too long, interfering with movement and breathing.
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Gaucher disease
The buildup of naturally occurring fatty substances damages the spleen, liver, bones and other tissues. Life-long treatments help manage most cases.