During pregnancy, if part of the placenta grows too far into the uterine wall, it can remain attached after childbirth, causing severe maternal blood loss.
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Obesity
You might think of obesity as a cosmetic concern. But it is a medical condition that increases the risk of heart disease, diabetes and certain cancers.
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Metastatic (stage 4) prostate cancer
Find out about diagnosis and treatment of this cancer that has spread to the lymph nodes or other parts of the body.
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Trichomoniasis
This common sexually transmitted infection is caused by a parasite. Lower your risk by using condoms when you have sex.
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Persistent depressive disorder
This type of depression may cause you to feel sad and empty and to lose interest in life. You may feel like a failure. These feelings may last years.
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Obstructive sleep apnea
Learn the signs that point to this common and potentially serious sleep disorder. And find out the treatments that can help you sleep better.
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Autism spectrum disorder
This condition related to brain development causes problems in getting along with others socially and communicating. Symptoms and severity can vary widely.
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Nightmare disorder
These upsetting or scary dreams wake you up, keep you from getting enough sleep and make it hard to function well during the day.
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Ganglion cyst
These fluid-filled, noncancerous lumps most often appear on wrists, hands or feet.
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Bunions
This bony bump forms on the joint at the base of the big toe. Learn more about the causes and treatments of this condition, which sometimes can be painful.
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Patellar tendinitis
This common knee injury affects the tendon that stretches from the kneecap to the shinbone.
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Sprains
A sprain is a stretching or tearing of ligaments — the tough bands of tissue that connect two bones together in your joints. Ice and elevation can help.