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Celiac disease
In this digestive condition, gluten in food damages the small intestine, making it hard to absorb nutrients and causing a variety of symptoms.
Reye's syndrome
Learn more about the causes and treatment of Reye's syndrome, a rare but serious condition causing swelling in the liver and brain.
Patent ductus arteriosus (PDA)
Learn about symptoms, causes and treatment of this common — and treatable — heart problem that occurs shortly after birth.
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
PKU is caused by a change in the gene that helps create an enzyme needed to break down phenylalanine. Treatment includes a special diet and medication.
Spina bifida
Learn about this condition in which an unborn baby's spine and spinal cord don't form properly. Surgery during pregnancy may be a treatment option.
Stage 4 prostate cancer
Find out about diagnosis and treatment of this cancer that has spread to the lymph nodes or other parts of the body.
Tongue-tie (ankyloglossia)
With tongue-tie (ankyloglossia), a band of tissue (frenulum) tethers the tongue, restricting the range of motion. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
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.
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.
Clubfoot
This term describes a range of congenital foot abnormalities in which the foot is twisted out of shape or position, keeping it from moving up and down.
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