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Dupuytren contracture

This condition causes one or more fingers to bend toward the palm of the hand. The affected fingers can't straighten completely.
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Dural arteriovenous fistulas

Learn about these rare, irregular connections that can occur between arteries and veins in the protective covering of the brain and spinal cord.
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Dust mite allergy

Dust mite allergy can lead to year-round sniffles and sneezes. Here's how to find relief.
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Dwarfism

Very short stature of 4 feet 10 inches or less that results from a genetic or medical condition is considered dwarfism. Learn about causes and treatment.
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Dysarthria

This condition affects muscles used for speaking. Speech therapy and treating the underlying cause may improve speech.
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Dyshidrosis

Learn about the symptoms, causes and treatment of this skin condition that causes painful, itchy little blisters on the hands and soles of the feet.
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Dyslexia

This learning disorder involves difficulty reading due to problems identifying speech sounds and learning how they relate to letters and words.
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Dysphagia

Having trouble swallowing? Learn more about what causes this common issue, along with therapies for treating the condition.
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Dystonia

Find out more about this painful movement disorder and ways to improve muscle function.
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Eating disorders

Anorexia, bulimia and binge-eating disorder affect physical and mental health. Learn about symptoms, causes, risk factors, diagnosis and treatment options.
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Ehlers-Danlos syndrome

Learn about these complex genetic disorders that cause problems with connective tissue in the skin, joints and blood vessel walls.
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End-stage renal disease

When kidneys no longer function well enough to meet a body's needs, treatment involves kidney dialysis or kidney transplant.

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