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Spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD)
A torn blood vessel in the heart can cause a heart attack. Learn about the diagnosis and treatment of this medical emergency.
Soft tissue sarcoma
This rare type of cancer can begin in the muscles, fat, blood vessels, nerves, tendons and the lining of joints. Treatment usually includes surgery.
Sitting risks: How harmful is too much sitting?
Sitting for long periods — such as in front of the TV or at a desk — appears to increase risk of death from cardiovascular disease and cancer.
Silicone breast implants: What happens if they rupture?
Understand the problems that may happen when a silicone breast implant leaks.
Rheumatoid arthritis: Can it affect the lungs?
Although rheumatoid arthritis primarily affects the joints, it can also affect the lungs.
Rheumatoid arthritis: Can it affect the eyes?
Although rheumatoid arthritis is primarily a joint disease, it occasionally affects the eyes.
Rheumatoid arthritis
This chronic inflammatory disorder can affect more than just your joints. It can also damage your skin, eyes, lungs, heart and blood vessels.
Prostate cancer metastasis: Where does prostate cancer spread?
Prostate cancer can spread (metastasize) just about anywhere in the body, but it's most likely to spread to the lymph nodes and bones.
Priapism
Understand the symptoms, possible causes and treatment of prolonged erection of the penis, including when to seek emergency care.
Postpartum complications: What you need to know
Learn about self-care after childbirth and the symptoms of a possible problem.
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