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Testicular cancer
Learn about cancer that starts in the testicles. Treatments include surgery, chemotherapy and radiation therapy.
Prostate cancer
Learn about detection, diagnostic approaches, treatment options and advances for prostate cancer, including robotic prostatectomy and current research.
Blepharitis
This often chronic eyelid condition can be difficult to treat. It might be uncomfortable, but it doesn't usually damage eyesight and isn't contagious.
Bone metastasis
Learn about the symptoms and causes of cancer that spreads to the bones. Find out about treatments, including medications, radiation and surgery.
Diabetic retinopathy
Good diabetes control and regular exams can help prevent this diabetes complication that affects the eyes. Find out how.
Ectopic pregnancy
Ectopic pregnancy occurs outside the uterus, threatening the mother's life. It can't continue normally. But swift treatment can prevent deadly blood loss.
Fetal macrosomia
When a baby in utero grows much larger than average for gestational age, it can lead to complications during childbirth for both mother and baby.
Heart failure
Learn about this chronic disease that needs lifelong management. Find out what treatments help you live longer and may even strengthen your heart.
Mammary duct ectasia
Mammary duct ectasia is a noncancerous breast condition that affects the milk ducts. Learn the signs and symptoms and when treatment might be needed.
Microcephaly
Learn more about microcephaly, when an infant's head is smaller than expected. The condition affects child development.
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