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Prader-Willi syndrome
Prader-Willi syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that results in physical, mental and behavioral problems, including a constant sense of hunger.
Down syndrome
Down syndrome is a genetic disorder caused when abnormal cell division results in extra genetic material from chromosome 21.
Progeria
This genetic disorder is extremely rare and progressive. It causes children to age rapidly, beginning in their first two years of life.
Niemann-Pick disease
A condition passed down in families that affects how the body breaks down and uses fats. Fat buildup in cells damages the nerves, brain and other organs.
Hepatitis A
This contagious liver infection is caused by a virus. Learn more about its symptoms, treatment and prevention, including the hepatitis A vaccine.
Dural arteriovenous fistulas
Learn about these rare, irregular connections that can occur between arteries and veins in the protective covering of the brain and spinal cord.
Type 2 diabetes in children
More children are being diagnosed with this blood sugar condition. Learn how to help manage or prevent this chronic disease in your child.
Hemochromatosis
This liver disorder causes your body to absorb too much iron from the foods you eat. Learn about symptoms, causes and treatment for this condition that usually runs in families.
Nearsightedness
Tired of squinting at objects in the distance? There are effective treatment options for this eye condition, and some preventive options are emerging.
Lupus nephritis
Learn about this common effect of lupus on the kidneys, including symptoms to watch for, how it's diagnosed and what treatments are available.
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