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Breast cysts
A firm, round lump in breast tissue could be a fluid-filled cyst. Typically not cancerous, breast cysts often need no treatment.
Preterm labor
Going into labor before your due date is serious, but knowing the risk factors and how to manage them can help.
Endometrial cancer
Learn about the symptoms and causes of this cancer of the uterus. Treatments include hysterectomy, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy and other medicines.
Heavy menstrual bleeding
Learn about the causes and treatment of heavy menstrual periods.
Cervicitis
Sexually transmitted infections are often the reason why a woman develops inflammation of the cervix, which can cause abnormal discharge and bleeding.
Mastitis
Redness, pain and swelling in your breast could be mastitis — inflammation of breast tissue. Find out about mastitis symptoms, treatment and self-care.
Triple X syndrome
Females with this genetic disorder have three X chromosomes instead of two. Symptoms can be mild or include developmental delays and learning disabilities.
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.
Chronic cough
A cough that lasts for weeks could be caused by smoking, postnasal drip, asthma, acid reflux, respiratory infections, COPD or another underlying problem.
Osteoporosis
Fractures associated with this bone-weakening condition can be life-altering. Good nutrition, regular exercise and medications can help.
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