Learn about treatment of the serious bacterial infection commonly known as lockjaw and the vaccines that prevent it.
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Jaw tumors and cysts
Also called odontogenic tumors and cysts, these typically benign lesions develop in the jawbone or the soft tissues in the mouth. They vary in severity.
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Dural arteriovenous fistulas
Learn about these rare, irregular connections that can occur between arteries and veins in the protective covering of the brain and spinal cord.
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Cushing syndrome
High levels of the hormone cortisol in your body cause this endocrine disorder. Learn about symptoms, causes and treatment.
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Popliteal artery aneurysm
Learn more about this lower extremity aneurysm that happens in the wall of an artery located behind the knee.
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Mixed connective tissue disease
This condition has symptoms of several other conditions, making it hard to diagnose. There's no cure, but medicines can help.
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Arteriovenous fistula
Irregular connections between arteries and veins may cause certain complications. Learn more about the causes and possible treatment options.
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Transient global amnesia
When your memory suddenly disappears, it can be frightening — but transient global amnesia is typically temporary and harmless.
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Blood in urine (hematuria)
Lots of things can cause bloody urine. Some are serious problems, and others are harmless. Find out why it's always important to get a checkup.
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Sclerosing mesenteritis
Sclerosing mesenteritis is an uncommon condition that forms scar tissue in the belly. Learn about diagnosis and treatments.
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Myofascial pain syndrome
In this condition, pressure on certain points in the muscles, called trigger points, can cause ongoing muscle pain.
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TEN
Learn more about the causes, symptoms, treatment and risks of this life-threatening, rare skin disorder, also called toxic epidermal necrolysis.