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Inherited metabolic disorders
Caused by gene changes, these disorders affect the body's ability to change food into energy. They also affect how energy is used, such as for cell repair.
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.
Restless legs syndrome
Uncomfortable sensations in your legs can interrupt your sleep — making you drag through your day. These therapies calm the restlessness and improve sleep.
Separation anxiety disorder
This is intense or prolonged separation anxiety that interferes with school or other daily activities or includes panic attacks. Learn about treatment.
Shellfish allergy
It's possible to be allergic to some types of shellfish without reacting to other types. Learn more about this common food allergy.
Spina bifida
Learn about this condition in which an unborn baby's spine and spinal cord don't form properly. Surgery during pregnancy may be a treatment option.
Thrombocytopenia (low platelet count)
Thrombocytopenia — Comprehensive overview covers symptoms, causes, treatment of a low platelet count.
Muscle strains
Minor strains may only overstretch a muscle or tendon, while more severe injuries may involve partial or complete tears in these tissues.
Sarcoma
Learn about this cancer that forms in the bones and the connective tissue. Find out about symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and the many types of sarcoma.
Rumination syndrome
Learn about this condition that results in regurgitating and reswallowing food. Behavioral therapy and medicine are treatments.
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