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Arthritis pain: Do's and don'ts
Arthritis pain — To cope, strike a balance between activity and rest.
Artificial tears: How to select eye drops for dry eyes
Not all eye drops are the same. Here's what to consider when choosing artificial tears for dry eyes.
Ascariasis
Learn more about the causes, treatment and prevention of this roundworm infection.
Aspirin during pregnancy: Is it safe?
A Mayo Clinic specialist explains what you need to know about taking aspirin if you're pregnant.
Asthma diet: Does what you eat make a difference?
Can what you eat affect your asthma? Learn how healthy eating habits may reduce asthma symptoms.
Astigmatism
Imperfect curvature of your eye can cause blurred distance and near vision. Learn about this common and treatable eye condition.
Ataxia
Often caused by an underlying condition, this loss of muscle control and coordination can impact movement, speech and swallowing.
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.
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.
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.
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