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Hepatitis C
Many people with this infection don't know they have it. Find out about symptoms and treatment for this liver disease that can be dangerous.
Hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS)
Damage to the small blood vessels in the kidneys can cause clots that clog the organ's filtering system. This can lead to life-threatening kidney failure.
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.
Hearing loss
Age- and noise-related hearing loss are common and can affect quality of life. But many treatments are available.
Guillain-Barre syndrome
This rare autoimmune disorder affects the nerves, causing weakness and tingling in the arms and legs that rapidly spreads throughout the body.
Growth plate fractures
Growth plate fractures — This common childhood bone injury often needs immediate treatment as it can result in a shorter, longer or crooked limb.
Fundal height: An accurate sign of fetal growth?
Understand how fundal height is measured and what it means.
Flu shots: Especially important if you have heart disease
A yearly flu vaccine is recommended for anyone with heart disease. Find out why.
Fibromyalgia: Can acupuncture relieve symptoms?
Fibromyalgia symptoms may be reduced by acupuncture treatments.
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.
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