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Whipple procedure
Learn about this complex operation that's used to treat pancreatic cancer and other digestive system conditions. Find out what to expect during recovery.
Whooping cough
Learn more about the symptoms, causes, treatment of this highly contagious, vaccine-preventable lung infection.
Wilms tumor
Progress in the diagnosis and treatment of this kidney cancer have greatly improved the outlook for children with the condition.
Wisdom tooth removal
If you don't have enough room in your mouth for wisdom teeth, or they're painful, infected or cause other dental problems, they may need to be removed.
Withdrawal method (coitus interruptus)
The withdrawal method — pulling the penis out of the vagina before ejaculation — isn't the most effective birth control. Learn about the pros and cons.
Wolff-Parkinson-White (WPW) syndrome
This heart condition present at birth causes a fast heartbeat. Rarely, it can cause sudden cardiac death. Know the symptoms and how it's treated.
Wrinkle creams: Your guide to younger looking skin
Do over-the-counter products work? Learn more about whether peptides, retinols and other anti-wrinkle cream ingredients help improve your skin.
X-linked agammaglobulinemia
This genetic disease weakens the immune system, mainly in males, and leads to having infections often.
Yeast infection during pregnancy: Over-the-counter treatment OK?
Yeast infections are common during pregnancy. Over-the-counter treatments are usually safe.
Yeast infection in men: How can I tell if I have one?
Yeast infections can occur in men, causing inflammation of the penis (balanitis). Learn what signs and symptoms could mean you have a yeast infection.
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