In CDH, a baby's diaphragm — the muscle that separates the chest from the abdomen — develops a hole called a hernia. Learn about treatment before birth.
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Food poisoning (foodborne illness)
Learn more about illnesses that can cause upset stomach, vomiting and diarrhea within hours of eating tainted food.
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Myasthenia gravis
A breakdown in the communication between nerves and muscles causes weakness and fatigue of muscles under your control.
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Amyloidosis
This rare disease caused by a buildup of the protein amyloid can affect different organs in different people. Find out how early and accurate diagnosis can lead to better outcomes.
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Costochondritis
This chest wall pain, caused by inflammation, often improves on its own.
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Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)
This common illness affects the lungs. It can seem like a cold, but may be severe, especially in children. Know the symptoms and treatment.
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Occupational asthma
Dust, fumes and other substances at work can cause asthma. Find out how to recognize this common type of asthma.
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Wet macular degeneration
Blurred vision or blind spots could be a sign of this eye disorder. Recognizing the warning signs could save your vision.
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Legionnaires' disease
Bacteria that can live in water from air conditioning systems, showers and spas cause this severe form of pneumonia.
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Constipation
Learn how to prevent and treat infrequent or painful passing of stool.
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Frontotemporal dementia
Read more about this less common type of dementia that can lead to personality changes and trouble with speech and movement.
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Emphysema
Often caused by smoking, this lung disease causes problems with breathing that worsen over time. It's one type of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).