These frightening but generally harmless seizures are triggered by a fever and affect infants and young children.
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Lynch syndrome
Learn about this condition that passes from parents to children, raising the risk of colon cancer, endometrial cancer and other kinds of cancer.
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Peanut allergy
Peanut allergy can be serious. Find out what you need to know to prevent a life-threatening reaction and get the latest on treatment approaches.
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Penicillin allergy
Understand the importance of an accurate diagnosis for this type of allergy and the best practices for antibiotic treatment.
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Pink eye (conjunctivitis)
This highly contagious eye condition can be itchy and uncomfortable. But much like the common cold, it rarely requires medicine or staying home.
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Dry macular degeneration
Blurred or reduced central vision could be a sign of macular degeneration. Find out about symptoms and treatment for this common eye disorder.
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H1N1 flu (swine flu)
Find out more about flu caused by the H1N1 virus. Learn how to prevent and treat the flu.
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Follicular lymphoma
Find out more about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of this type of non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
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Dilated cardiomyopathy
In this heart muscle disease, the heart's main pumping chamber stretches and can't pump blood well. Learn about the causes and treatment.
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Swollen knee
This condition can be caused by trauma, overuse injuries, or an underlying disease or condition. A fluid sample from the knee may be needed for diagnosis.
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Mold allergy
Coughing, sneezing and itchy eyes often happen with this common allergy. Find out how to treat and help manage this condition.
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Shin splints
This pain along the shin bone is common in runners, dancers and military trainees. Learn how to prevent shin splints.