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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.
Ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS)
Noninvasive breast cancer often has no symptoms. Find out about the causes, diagnosis and treatment of this form of breast cancer.
Double uterus
Learn about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of this uncommon condition of the uterus. It is present at birth.
Chronic pelvic pain
Ongoing pain in the pelvis can be a symptom of another disease or a condition in its own right. Learn how it's diagnosed and treated.
Cholestasis of pregnancy
This liver condition can occur late in pregnancy, triggering intense itching. The risk of complications for your baby may require early delivery.
Cervicitis
Sexually transmitted infections are often the reason why a woman develops inflammation of the cervix, which can cause abnormal discharge and bleeding.
Cervical cancer
Screening with Pap tests can reduce the risk of this cancer that begins in the cervix. Learn more about symptoms, causes, prevention and treatment.
Breast cysts
A firm, round lump in breast tissue could be a fluid-filled cyst. Typically not cancerous, breast cysts often need no treatment.
Breast cancer
Learn about this common cancer, including information on prevention, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.
Brain AVM (arteriovenous malformation)
Tangled blood vessels in the brain affect typical blood flow in this rare condition. Learn more.
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