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Atypical hyperplasia of the breast
Learn how a diagnosis of atypical lobular hyperplasia or atypical ductal hyperplasia affects your risk of breast cancer and what you can do.
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children
This condition affects children, and may continue into adulthood. It can include difficulty sustaining attention, hyperactivity and impulsive behavior.
Atrioventricular canal defect
This congenital heart defect involves a hole in the heart. It affects blood flow through the heart valves. Learn the symptoms and how it's treated.
Atrial tachycardia
This type of fast heartbeat may occur after heart surgery or during pregnancy. But infections may trigger it, too. Learn how it's diagnosed and treated.
Atrial septal defect (ASD)
This heart problem that is present at birth causes a hole between the heart's upper chambers. It can be treated.
Atopic dermatitis (eczema)
Learn about the causes, symptoms and treatments of this itchy rash that most often begins before age 5, is persistent, and has periods of clearing and relapse.
Athlete's foot
Learn about the causes, symptoms, prevention and treatment of this common fungal skin infection.
Ataxia
Often caused by an underlying condition, this loss of muscle control and coordination can impact movement, speech and swallowing.
Astigmatism
Imperfect curvature of your eye can cause blurred distance and near vision. Learn about this common and treatable eye condition.
Asthma: Limit asthma attacks caused by colds or flu
If you have asthma, find out how to keep your sneeze from turning into a wheeze due to colds or flu.
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