This genetic disease weakens the immune system, mainly in males, and leads to having infections often.
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Fever
Medications can lower a fever, but sometimes it's better left untreated. Fever may play a role in helping your body fight off infections.
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Systemic mastocytosis
Too many mast cells can build up in skin, bone and organs. When triggered, the cells let out chemicals that can cause allergic reactions and organ damage.
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Drug allergy
Learn which medicines are more likely to cause an allergic reaction, what symptoms look like and what treatments can calm such a reaction.
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Heart murmurs
An irregular heart sound may be harmless or worrisome. Know the causes of heart murmurs and when treatment is needed.
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Phenylketonuria (PKU)
PKU is caused by a change in the gene that helps create an enzyme needed to break down phenylalanine. Treatment includes a special diet and medication.
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Vesicoureteral reflux
Learn about what happens if urine flows backward from the bladder. Usually found in children, this condition boosts the risk of urinary tract infections.
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Viral gastroenteritis (stomach flu)
This condition, often called stomach flu, is usually harmless, except for infants and people with immunosuppression. Symptoms can usually be managed.
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Wheat allergy
Learn about the causes, symptoms and treatment of wheat allergy and how they differ from those of celiac disease. Managing either condition means avoiding wheat.
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Small vessel disease
Also called coronary microvascular disease, this type of heart disease can be hard to detect. Know the symptoms and how it's diagnosed and treated.
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Diabetic hypoglycemia
Low blood sugar can make you feel awful, and it can be dangerous. Learn about symptoms and treatments for people with diabetes who have low blood sugar.
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Pubic lice (crabs)
Pubic lice (crabs) are an itchy, but treatable, nuisance. Find out how to spot and treat this common sexually transmitted infection (STI).