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Legg-Calve-Perthes disease

This childhood condition occurs when blood supply to the ball part of the hip joint is interrupted for a short time, making the bone fracture easily and heal poorly.
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Frontal lobe seizures

In this common form of epilepsy, the seizures stem from the front of the brain. They can produce symptoms that appear to be from a mental illness.
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Suicide and suicidal thoughts

Suicide can be prevented. Learn suicide warning signs and how to reach out for immediate help and professional treatment.
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Tapeworm infection

Tapeworms in the intestines usually cause mild disease. Immature tapeworms, called larval cysts, can cause serious disease in other parts of the body.
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Malaria

Learn about the symptoms, causes, treatment, and prevention of this infectious disease transmitted to humans through mosquito bites.
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Endocarditis

Learn what causes this infection of the inner lining of the heart chambers and valves (endocardium) and find out how to prevent and treat it.
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Thrombophlebitis

Learn more about this inflammation of a blood vessel that can interrupt flow.
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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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Guillain-Barre syndrome

This rare autoimmune condition affects the nerves, causing weakness and tingling in the arms and legs that quickly spreads throughout the body.
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Dizziness

People feel dizzy for various reasons. How long the feeling lasts and any other symptoms you have can help pinpoint the cause.
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Heat exhaustion

An overheated body can lead to dangerous symptoms. Get tips to prevent heat exhaustion and how to cool down quickly when it happens.
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Buerger disease

Read about this blood vessel disease that limits blood flow, especially to the hands and feet. Quitting smoking is the best treatment for this condition.

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