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Bone spurs
Joint damage due to osteoarthritis is the most common cause of these bony growths.
Ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS)
Noninvasive breast cancer often has no signs or symptoms. Find out how doctors diagnose DCIS and learn about treatment, including mastectomy and lumpectomy.
Ischemic colitis
Ischemic colitis occurs when a part of the colon experiences a decrease in blood flow. It can cause serious complications but usually resolves on its own.
Kyphosis
This excessive forward rounding of the back is often caused by osteoporosis in older women. Spinal malformations can cause kyphosis in infants or teens.
Prednisone and other corticosteroids
Are you using a corticosteroid? Prednisone and other corticosteroid pills, creams and injections can cause side effects. Find out what to expect.
Belly fat in women: Taking — and keeping — it off
Belly fat is more common after menopause. Find out why and learn how to keep it off.
Living wills and advance directives for medical decisions
Living wills and other advance directives describe your treatment preferences in end-of-life situations when you can't speak for yourself.
Mayo Clinic Minute: Steam treatment for enlarged prostate
Find out how steam treatment for enlarged prostate works.
Mental illness in children: Know the signs
It can be hard to tell the difference between typical behavior and symptoms of mental illness in children. Find out what to look for and when to act.
Osteoporosis treatment: Medications can help
Find out more about your options for bone-preserving drugs, including how often you need to take them and what side effects you might expect.
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