Find out what you can do to treat this flaky skin condition that can cause scaly skin and stubborn, itchy dandruff.
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Smallpox
Learn about the symptoms, causes and vaccine prevention of this virus that's easy to catch and sometimes fatal.
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Tuberous sclerosis
This uncommon genetic disorder causes tumors that are not cancer. These tumors are unexpected overgrowths of tissue in different parts of the body.
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Cold sore
Learn more about the causes, symptoms, treatment and prevention of this common lip sore caused by the herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1).
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Melanoma
Learn about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatments for the most serious form of skin cancer.
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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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Wilms tumor
Progress in the diagnosis and treatment of this kidney cancer have greatly improved the outlook for children with the condition.
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Diabetic ketoacidosis
Learn more about the symptoms, treatment and prevention of this serious health concern that can happen due to diabetes.
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Embolic stroke (brain embolism)
Embolic stroke is when a clot travels to the brain and blocks blood flow. Get clear information on symptoms, treatment options, prevention and recovery.
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Plantar fasciitis
Learn about this most common cause of stabbing heel pain.
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Osteoarthritis
This most common form of arthritis mainly affects joints in your hands, knees, hips and spine. There's no cure, but symptoms can be managed.
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Kaposi sarcoma
This cancer caused by a virus occurs in people who have AIDS and those with a donated organ who take medicines to prevent organ rejection.