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Inherited metabolic disorders
Caused by gene changes, these disorders affect the body's ability to change food into energy. They also affect how energy is used, such as for cell repair.
Scoliosis
This sideways curvature of the spine occurs most often during the growth spurt just before puberty. Treatment may include braces or surgery.
Hip dysplasia
In infancy, this condition often can be corrected with a soft brace. Older children and young adults might require surgery to correct the misalignment.
Circumcision (male)
Learn about the benefits and risks of surgery to remove the skin that covers the tip of the penis.
Otoplasty
Learn about this cosmetic procedure, which is done to change the appearance of your ears. Understand risks and what results to expect after surgery.
Diskectomy
This surgical procedure removes the damaged portion of a herniated disk in the spine. It's most effective for pain radiating down the arms or legs.
Cardiomyopathy
This disease of the heart muscle makes it harder for the heart to pump blood to the rest of the body. Learn the different types and how they're treated.
Sarcoma
Learn about this cancer that forms in the bones and the connective tissue. Find out about symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and the many types of sarcoma.
Desmoplastic small round cell tumors
These rare, aggressive cancers most often form in the abdomen. Learn about DSRCT treatments, including surgery, chemotherapy and radiation therapy.
Multiple endocrine neoplasia, type 2 (MEN 2)
Learn about this rare disorder that causes tumors and overproduction of hormones.
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