Learn about this brain condition in which brain tissue extends into the spinal canal.
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Craniosynostosis
In this condition, one or more of the flexible joints between the bone plates of a baby's skull close before the brain is fully formed.
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Pseudocholinesterase deficiency
This causes sensitivity to certain muscle relaxants used during anesthesia. Muscles may stay relaxed for too long, interfering with movement and breathing.
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Gaucher disease
The buildup of naturally occurring fatty substances damages the spleen, liver, bones and other tissues. Life-long treatments help manage most cases.
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Down syndrome
In this genetic condition, an unusual cell division results in extra genetic material from chromosome 21. This causes delays in growth and development.
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Multiple endocrine neoplasia, type 1 (MEN 1)
Learn about this rare condition that causes tumors to grow and too many hormones to be made.
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Total anomalous pulmonary venous return (TAPVR)
In this heart condition present at birth, the lung's blood vessels attach to the wrong places in the heart. Know the symptoms and how it's diagnosed.
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E. coli
Most strains of this bacteria are harmless, but some can cause serious symptoms. Learn about symptoms and treatment of this common foodborne illness.
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ARDS
With this condition, which can occur after a major illness or injury, fluid builds up in the lungs' air sacs so that less oxygen reaches the blood.
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Arthritis
Learn about how different types of arthritis affect joints in different ways, along with how to get relief from arthritis pain.
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Adrenal cancer
Learn about this rare cancer that begins in the adrenal glands. Find out about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.
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Hypercalcemia
This condition can weaken bones, create kidney stones, and affect how well the heart and brain work. Treatment depends on the cause.