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Farsightedness
Do you see distant objects clearly, but develop a blur as they come close? This vision problem, called farsightedness, is easily corrected with prescription lenses.
Incompetent cervix
Sometimes the cervix opens and thins early, putting a pregnancy at risk. Learn more about this hard-to-diagnose condition.
Benign peripheral nerve tumor
Learn more about the different types of tumors that grow on or around the nerves that link to the brain and spinal cord.
Rectal prolapse
This rare condition happens when the rectum slips outside of the anus. Find out about symptoms and treatment.
Traveler's diarrhea
Learn how to avoid contaminated food and water that may lead to this common travel hazard. Plus, find out what to do if it strikes.
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.
Personality disorders
A person with this mental health condition thinks, acts and behaves in a rigid pattern that's not healthy. It's hard to understand and relate to others.
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
OCD features unwanted thoughts and fears, or obsessions. These obsessions lead to repetitive behaviors, also known as compulsions, that get in the way of daily activities.
Constipation
Learn how to prevent and treat infrequent or painful passing of stool.
Chiari malformation
Learn about this brain condition in which brain tissue extends into the spinal canal.
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