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Fetal alcohol syndrome
This condition results from alcohol exposure before birth. The exposure causes lifelong problems with behavior, learning, thinking and physical development.
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.
Giant cell arteritis
Head pain and tenderness are the most common symptoms of giant cell arteritis, an inflammation of the lining of your arteries.
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.
Hearing loss
Age- and noise-related hearing loss are common and can affect quality of life. But many treatments are available.
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.
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.
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.
Hip fracture
The risk of breaking a hip increases with age. Learn about lifestyle changes that can keep bones strong and reduce risk of breaking.
Hydrocele
Find out more about the symptoms, causes and treatments for this swelling in the scrotum.
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