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Osteomalacia
Caused by a severe vitamin D deficiency, osteomalacia softens bones, sometimes causing leg bowing in children. Boosting vitamin D intake can cure the disorder.
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.
Polymyalgia rheumatica
Older adults who suddenly develop muscle pain and stiffness, especially in the shoulders, might have polymyalgia rheumatica.
Sex headaches
Learn about the causes and treatment of this type of headache.
Vascular dementia
Learn more about this stroke-related type of dementia that causes memory loss and reasoning problems. Prevention is possible, and good heart health is key.
Infectious diseases
Viruses, bacteria, fungi and parasites can all cause infection. Find out more about how to prevent and treat these conditions.
Blocked tear duct
Watery, irritated eyes may occur when your tears can't drain normally. Learn about this common eye condition that affects newborns and sometimes, adults.
Mold allergy
Coughing, sneezing and itchy eyes often accompany this common allergy. Find out how to treat this condition and help keep it under control.
Swimmer's ear
The moist environment from water remaining in your ear after swimming or bathing can lead to this infection in the outer ear canal.
Small vessel disease
Also called coronary microvascular disease, this type of heart disease can be hard to detect. Know the symptoms and how it's diagnosed and treated.
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