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Bipolar disorder

This mental health condition causes extreme mood swings that include emotional highs, called mania, and lows, known as depression.
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Bird flu (avian influenza)

Flu viruses in other animals, such as birds, may be a risk to people. Learn more about the symptoms, causes, prevention and treatment for bird flu in people.
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Black hairy tongue

This condition gives the tongue a dark, furry look. It results from a buildup of dead skin cells on the many tiny, rounded bumps on the tongue's surface.
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Bladder cancer

Blood in the urine (hematuria) sometimes is a sign of bladder cancer. Learn about other bladder cancer signs and symptoms and explore treatment options.
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Bladder exstrophy

This rare condition present at birth happens when the bladder develops outside of an unborn baby during pregnancy. The condition can be repaired with surgery.
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Bladder stones

Minerals in your urine can crystallize if you have trouble emptying your bladder completely, creating this potentially painful condition.
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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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Blepharitis

This often chronic eyelid condition can be difficult to treat. It might be uncomfortable, but it doesn't usually damage eyesight and isn't contagious.
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Blocked tear duct

Watery, irritated eyes may occur when your tears can't drain normally. Learn about this common eye condition that affects newborns and sometimes, adults.
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Blood in urine (hematuria)

Lots of things can cause bloody urine. Some are serious problems, and others are harmless. Find out why it's always important to get a checkup.
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Body dysmorphic disorder

This mental disorder causes persistent, intense focus, shame and anxiety over perceived body defects, often resulting in many cosmetic procedures as a fix.
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Body lice

Body lice are tiny insects that live in your clothing and feed on your blood. Find out how to treat and prevent this itchy nuisance of a bug.
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