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Childhood apraxia of speech
This speech disorder is caused by a problem with communication between the brain and the muscles used for speech. Speech therapy can help.
Children and gender identity: Supporting your child
Learn how to talk to children about their internal sense of gender. Also find out how to support their gender expression and advocate for them.
Chronic cough
A cough that lasts for weeks could be caused by smoking, postnasal drip, asthma, acid reflux, respiratory infections, COPD or another underlying problem.
Cold medicines for kids: What's the risk?
Cold medicines aren't recommended for young children. Here's why.
Coma
Learn what can cause this state of prolonged loss of consciousness. While a coma rarely lasts longer than a few weeks, some people never wake from one.
Craving and chewing ice: A sign of anemia?
Craving and chewing ice (pagophagia) is often associated with iron deficiency with or without anemia.
Diabetes symptoms: When diabetes symptoms are a concern
Diabetes symptoms can be subtle. Pay attention to the clues your body gives you.
Diabetic neuropathy types: Symptoms tell the story
Depending on which type of this condition you have, certain parts of the body may be affected. That can cause symptoms to vary.
Diarrhea
Learn more about what causes this common, unpleasant digestive condition, and how you can treat and prevent it.
Diskectomy
This surgical procedure removes the damaged portion of a herniated disk in the spine. It's most effective for pain radiating down the arms or legs.
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