Muscle weakness and a skin rash are hallmarks of dermatomyositis. There's no cure, but treatments can relieve symptoms.
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Desmoid tumors
Learn how doctors use surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy and other medications to treat desmoid tumors, also known as aggressive fibromatosis.
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Desmoplastic small round cell tumors
These rare, aggressive cancers most often form in the abdomen. Learn about DSRCT treatments, including surgery, chemotherapy and radiation therapy.
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Deviated septum
Learn how uneven nostrils can sometimes cause stuffiness, nosebleeds or other symptoms.
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DiGeorge syndrome (22q11.2 deletion syndrome)
This condition is due to missing part of chromosome 22. It may cause heart issues, thyroid problems, cleft palate, lower immunity and other health problems.
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Diabetes
Learn more about the different types of this blood sugar disorder, who's at risk and how each type can be treated.
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Diabetes insipidus
Learn more about this unusual disorder that disrupts the body's fluid balance, causing too much urination and possibly leading to dehydration.
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Diabetic coma
iabetic coma is a life-threatening disorder that can happen when blood sugar is very high or very low. Learn about its causes, treatment and prevention.
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Diabetic hypoglycemia
Low blood sugar can make you feel awful and is potentially dangerous. Learn about low blood sugar symptoms and treatments for someone with diabetes.
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Diabetic ketoacidosis
Learn more about the symptoms, treatment and prevention of this serious diabetes complication.
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Diabetic nephropathy (kidney disease)
Managing diabetes can prevent or delay this common diabetes complication that affects the kidneys.
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Diabetic neuropathy
High blood sugar can lead to nerve damage in feet and other areas of the body. Know the symptoms and how to take steps to prevent this diabetes complication.