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Stress incontinence
Movement such as coughing, laughing and running can cause urine to leak for people with this condition. Learn about treatments and self-care.
Bedsores (pressure ulcers)
These areas of damaged skin and tissue are caused by sustained pressure — often from a bed or wheelchair — that reduces blood flow to vulnerable areas of the body.
Heatstroke
Know the signs and what to do for this dangerous increase in body temperature.
Bone spurs
Joint damage due to osteoarthritis is the most common cause of these bony growths.
Ampullary cancer
Learn more about the causes, diagnosis and treatments for cancer of the ampulla of Vater.
Postherpetic neuralgia
This complication of shingles can cause pain, itching and numbness long after the shingles rash clears. Treatments can ease symptoms.
Scorpion sting
Scorpion stings are painful but rarely life-threatening. Young children and older adults are most at risk of serious complications.
Pancreatic cancer
Learn about symptoms, risk factors, prevention, diagnosis, surgery, chemotherapy and other treatments for this serious condition affecting the pancreas.
Sunburn
Learn more about how UV rays harm your skin and what you can do for symptom sunburn relief and how to protect yourself from sun exposure.
Broken collarbone
This common injury is usually the result of falling, playing sports or being in a traffic accident.
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