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Pancreatic cysts
Most pancreatic cysts are benign, but some types are cancerous. Find out about symptoms, causes and treatment of cysts in the pancreas.
Rett syndrome
This rare genetic disorder affects the way the brain develops, causing a progressive inability to use muscles for eye and body movements and language.
Toe walking in children
Walking on toes or the balls of the feet is fairly common in children who are learning to walk. Most children outgrow it.
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
This mental health condition, which is caused by being part of or witnessing a terrifying event, leads to symptoms that include flashbacks, nightmares and severe anxiety.
Cystic fibrosis
This inherited condition causes severe damage to the lungs, digestive system and other organs. Learn about improvements in screening and treatments.
Scorpion sting
Scorpion stings are painful but rarely life-threatening. Young children and older adults are most at risk of serious complications.
Broken arm
Treatment depends on the site and severity of the injury. Simple breaks might be treated with a sling and ice. Complicated fractures may require surgery.
Auditory processing disorder (APD)
This type of hearing loss involves the brain. Learn about ways that can help people with the condition hear better.
Sleepwalking
People who get up and walk around while sleeping may not need treatment. But if it happens often, it could be a sleep disorder that needs treatment.
Incompetent cervix
Sometimes the cervix opens and thins early, putting a pregnancy at risk. Learn more about this hard-to-diagnose condition.
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