Learn more about the symptoms, treatment and prevention of this serious health concern that can happen due to diabetes.
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Embolic stroke (brain embolism)
Embolic stroke is when a clot travels to the brain and blocks blood flow. Get clear information on symptoms, treatment options, prevention and recovery.
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Athlete's foot
Find out about this common fungal skin infection that usually starts between the toes. It can happen when feet get hot and sweaty in tight shoes.
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Swimmer's itch
Learn more about the symptoms, treatment and prevention of this itchy rash that usually affects people swimming in freshwater lakes.
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Seborrheic dermatitis
Find out what you can do to treat this flaky skin condition that can cause scaly skin and stubborn, itchy dandruff.
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Smallpox
Learn about the symptoms, causes and vaccine prevention of this virus that's easy to catch and sometimes fatal.
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Tuberous sclerosis
This uncommon genetic disorder causes tumors that are not cancer. These tumors are unexpected overgrowths of tissue in different parts of the body.
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Cold sore
Learn more about the causes, symptoms, treatment and prevention of this common lip sore caused by the herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1).
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Scoliosis
This side-to-side curve of the spine happens most often during the growth spurt after age 10. Treatment may include bracing or surgery.
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Mouth cancer
Learn what healthcare professionals look for when diagnosing mouth cancer. Find out about oral cancer treatments, including surgery, chemotherapy and radiation.
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Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin
This common skin cancer usually looks like a bump or a scaly sore. Learn about symptoms and treatment options, including freezing, lasers and surgery.
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Dry mouth
With this condition, also known as xerostomia, the salivary glands in the mouth don't make enough saliva to keep the mouth wet.