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Ehlers-Danlos syndrome
Learn about these complex genetic disorders that cause problems with connective tissue in the skin, joints and blood vessel walls.
Ebstein anomaly
In this rare heart defect, the tricuspid heart valve didn't form properly. This can affect the heart's ability to pump blood. Know the risks and symptoms.
Ear infection (middle ear)
These usually get better on their own, but sometimes medicine is needed. Find out more about how doctors diagnose and treat this common ear condition.
Dwarfism
Very short stature of 4 feet 10 inches or less that results from a genetic or medical condition is considered dwarfism. Learn about causes and treatment.
Down syndrome
Down syndrome is a genetic disorder caused when abnormal cell division results in extra genetic material from chromosome 21.
Diphtheria
This rare but serious bacterial infection can cause organ damage and breathing problems. This disease is often treatable but is also preventable with a vaccine.
Diarrhea
Learn more about what causes this common digestive condition, and how you can treat and prevent it.
Diaper rash
Learn more about the causes, prevention and home remedies for this common condition that irritates skin under diapers.
Diabetes insipidus
Learn more about this unusual disorder that disrupts the body's fluid balance, causing too much urination and possibly leading to dehydration.
Diabetes
Learn more about the different types of this blood sugar disorder, who's at risk and how each type can be treated.
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