This type of arthritis can cause sudden, severe attacks of pain, swelling, redness and tenderness — often in the big toe.
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Vaginal atrophy
Learn about a group of vaginal and urinary symptoms that often happen after menopause. Together, they're called genitourinary syndrome of menopause.
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Placenta previa
Learn about how this pregnancy complication is diagnosed and managed to reduce risks to your baby's health and your own.
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Menopause
Find out about this major life change and learn how to manage hot flashes and other menopause symptoms.
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Ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS)
Noninvasive breast cancer often has no symptoms. Find out about the causes, diagnosis and treatment of this form of breast cancer.
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Menstrual cramps
Menstrual cramps — pain in the lower abdomen just before or during menstrual periods — can range from mild to severe. Learn about treatment options.
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Mittelschmerz
Some women experience pain on one side of the lower abdomen midway through their menstrual cycles. This cyclic pelvic pain is known as mittelschmerz.
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Priapism
Understand the symptoms, possible causes and treatment of prolonged erection of the penis, including when to seek emergency care.
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Acute coronary syndrome
This is a range of conditions that cause sudden low blood flow to the heart. An example is a heart attack. Know the symptoms, causes and treatment.
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Cardiomyopathy
This disease of the heart muscle makes it harder for the heart to pump blood to the rest of the body. Learn the different types and how they're treated.
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Heart failure
Learn about this chronic disease that needs lifelong management. Find out what treatments help you live longer and may even strengthen your heart.
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Croup
This upper airway infection makes it harder to breathe and causes a barking cough. It involves swelling around the voice box, windpipe and bronchial tubes.