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Tongue-tie (ankyloglossia)
In this condition present at birth, a band of tissue (lingual frenulum) tethers the tongue to the floor of the mouth, restricting the range of motion.
Tetralogy of Fallot
These four heart problems present at birth change how blood flows through the body. Know the symptoms and treatment.
Tay-Sachs disease
This rare, inherited disease causes a buildup of fatty acids that damages the brain and typically results in muscle control loss, blindness and paralysis.
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.
Small bowel prolapse (enterocele)
Learn more about this condition also called a vaginal hernia that happens when the small bowel pushes down onto the top of the vagina.
Shaken baby syndrome
Understand why shaking a baby can cause brain damage, and why getting immediate medical care can save a child’s life or prevent serious health problems.
Rheumatic fever
Learn about this complication of strep throat and scarlet fever and what you can do to prevent it.
Recurrent breast cancer
Learn about symptoms that alert doctors to a breast cancer recurrence and strategies for treating cancer that comes back after initial treatment.
Rectovaginal fistula
This open tunnel connects the rectum and vagina, allowing gas or stool to pass into the vagina. Learn about rectovaginal fistula treatment and self-care.
Pyloric stenosis
In this condition, a valve between an infant's stomach and small intestine fails to open enough for food to pass through. Surgery is the treatment.
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