• Home
  • Mayo Clinic Health Library

Mayo Clinic Health Library

1199 Search results for ""

Disease

Shingles

Learn more about symptoms, causes, treatment and vaccine prevention of this painful condition affecting the nerves.
Disease

Mosquito bites

Learn about the many ways to prevent mosquito bites and how to ease the itch if you are bitten.
Disease

Allergies

Allergy symptoms can range from mild to severe, even life-threatening. Find out what treatments and prevention tips can help.
Disease

Klinefelter syndrome

In this condition, a genetic male has an extra X sex chromosome. This may affect the growth of testicles and result in low testosterone.
Disease

Thalassemia

Some forms of this inherited blood disorder usually show up before the age of 2. Often, they cause anemia. Worse forms of the disease require regular blood transfusions.
Disease

Norovirus infection

This highly contagious virus spreads through contaminated food, water or surfaces and causes vomiting and diarrhea. Learn ways to protect yourself.
Disease

Porphyria

This group of disorders results from a buildup of natural chemicals in the body that affect the nervous system and skin. Learn how to avoid symptom triggers.
Disease

Peutz-Jeghers syndrome

This inherited condition causes polyps to grow in the digestive tract and increases the risk of cancer. Regular screening helps reduce some risks.
Disease

Adrenoleukodystrophy

Find out about diagnosis and treatment of adrenoleukodystrophy — a hereditary disorder that affects the brain, nervous system and adrenal gland.
Disease

Microcephaly

Learn more about microcephaly, when an infant's head is smaller than expected. The condition affects child development.
Disease

Mumps

Find out more about the symptoms and treatment of this viral illness and how vaccines can prevent it.
Disease

Central nervous system (CNS) lymphoma

Learn about central nervous system lymphoma, a cancer of the brain and nervous system, including symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment options.

© 2026 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. All rights reserved. Terms of Use

  • Home
  • Mayo Clinic Health Library