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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.
Uterine polyps
Tissue growths inside the uterus can cause abnormal uterine bleeding or infertility. Learn about tests and treatment.
Vaginal atrophy
Read about this condition that causes vaginal and urinary symptoms, often after menopause. It's also called genitourinary syndrome of menopause.
Atrioventricular canal defect
This congenital heart defect involves a hole in the heart. It affects blood flow through the heart valves. Learn the symptoms and how it's treated.
Ventricular septal defect (VSD)
In this heart problem present at birth, there is a hole between the two lower heart chambers. Know the symptoms and when surgery is needed.
Patent foramen ovale
Learn more about the causes and complications of this condition in which a hole in the heart doesn't close the way it should after birth.
Child abuse
Child abuse includes physical, sexual, emotional and medical abuse, as well as neglect. Learn about signs, risk factors, how to get help and prevention.
Diphtheria
This rare but serious bacterial infection can cause organ damage and breathing problems. This disease is often treatable but is also preventable with a vaccine.
Congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH)
In CDH, a baby's diaphragm — the muscle that separates the chest from the abdomen — develops a hole called a hernia. Learn about treatment before birth.
Panic attacks and panic disorder
Learn about effective treatment for sudden episodes of intense fear that trigger severe physical reactions when there is no real danger or apparent cause.
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