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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Allergies
Allergy symptoms can range from mild to severe, even life-threatening. Find out what treatments and prevention tips can help.
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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.
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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.
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Norovirus infection
This highly contagious virus spreads through contaminated food, water or surfaces and causes vomiting and diarrhea. Learn ways to protect yourself.
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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.
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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.
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Adrenoleukodystrophy
Find out about diagnosis and treatment of adrenoleukodystrophy — a hereditary disorder that affects the brain, nervous system and adrenal gland.
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Microcephaly
Learn more about microcephaly, when an infant's head is smaller than expected. The condition affects child development.
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Mumps
Find out more about the symptoms and treatment of this viral illness and how vaccines can prevent it.
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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.