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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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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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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Whiplash
This common neck injury often is from a car crash. But other trauma can cause it too. Know the symptoms and how to treat it.
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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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Serotonin syndrome
Learn how certain drug interactions or an increase in the dose of certain drugs can cause serotonin levels to rise to potentially dangerous levels.