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Low blood pressure (hypotension)

This condition isn't always a concern. But sometimes it can cause dizziness and fainting or be life-threatening. Learn when it needs treatment.
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Malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumors

These cancers form in the linings of nerves. Treatment includes surgery, radiation therapy and, sometimes, chemotherapy.
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Meralgia paresthetica

Learn about this condition that causes burning, tingling and numbness in the thigh, and how to get relief.
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Metastatic prostate cancer

Find out about diagnosis and treatment of this cancer that has spread to the lymph nodes or other parts of the body.
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Mitral valve prolapse

This heart condition, also called Barlow syndrome, affects the valve separating the left heart chambers. Know the symptoms and when it’s treated.
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Molar pregnancy

This rare pregnancy complication requires early treatment. Learn more about diagnosis and treatment of this type of pregnancy loss.
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Myofascial pain syndrome

In this condition, pressure on certain points in the muscles, called trigger points, can cause ongoing muscle pain.
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Narcissistic personality disorder

This mental disorder includes an unreasonably high sense of importance, a need for excessive admiration, fragile self-esteem, and troubled relationships.
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Nasal and paranasal tumors

Learn about these cancerous and noncancerous growths that form in and around the nose. Treatments include surgery, radiation and chemotherapy.
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Nasal polyps

These painless, noncancerous growths can lead to a lost sense of smell or infection. Medicine or surgery can help.
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Neck pain

This common ailment can be the result of poor posture or osteoarthritis. Rarely, it can indicate a more serious issue.
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Niemann-Pick disease

A condition passed down in families that affects how the body breaks down and uses fats. Fat buildup in cells damages the nerves, brain and other organs.
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