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Neurofibromatosis
This genetic disorder causes tumors on nerve tissue, but surgery and other therapies can manage pain and other symptoms.
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
In this condition, the heart muscle thickens, which makes it harder for the heart to pump blood. Learn about the causes and treatment.
Essential tremor
Learn about this condition that causes uncontrollable shaking and find out how it differs from Parkinson's disease.
Marfan syndrome
This inherited disorder affects the skeleton and the eyes. It can also harm the large blood vessel that carries blood from the heart to the rest of the body.
Fibrocystic breasts
Learn about this condition that's common in women, including symptoms, possible causes and testing to determine when breast cysts might need treatment.
Varicose veins
This common condition causes lines or cords to develop under the skin. Learn self-care steps to take and what treatments there are.
Hip dysplasia
In infancy, this condition often can be corrected with a soft brace. Older children and young adults might require surgery to correct the misalignment.
Constipation
Learn how to prevent and treat infrequent or painful passing of stool.
Mitral valve stenosis
When the valve between the left heart chambers is narrowed, the heart doesn't get enough blood. Know the symptoms, causes and treatment of this type of heart valve disease.
Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS)
This complicated disorder may be triggered by an infection. While there's no cure for chronic fatigue syndrome, treatment focuses on easing symptoms.
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