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Hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS)
Damage to the small blood vessels in the kidneys can cause clots that clog the organ's filtering system. This can lead to life-threatening kidney failure.
Heart failure
Learn about this chronic disease that needs lifelong management. Find out what treatments help you live longer and may even strengthen your heart.
Growth plate fractures
Growth plate fractures — This common childhood bone injury often needs immediate treatment as it can result in a shorter, longer or crooked limb.
Fetal macrosomia
When a baby in utero grows much larger than average for gestational age, it can lead to complications during childbirth for both mother and baby.
Fetal alcohol syndrome
This condition results from alcohol exposure before birth. The exposure causes lifelong problems with behavior, learning, thinking and physical development.
Erectile dysfunction
Understand what can cause the inability to get and keep an erection firm enough for sex and the possible treatment options.
Epididymitis
This inflammation of the coiled tube at the back of the testicle that stores and carries sperm is usually caused by a bacterial infection.
Enlarged breasts in men (gynecomastia)
Learn how an imbalance of the hormones estrogen and testosterone can cause breast tissue swelling in boys or men.
Ectopic pregnancy
Ectopic pregnancy occurs outside the uterus, threatening the mother's life. It can't continue normally. But swift treatment can prevent deadly blood loss.
Diabetic retinopathy
Good diabetes control and regular exams can help prevent this diabetes complication that affects the eyes. Find out how.
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