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Peritonitis
Learn about the causes, symptoms and treatment of peritonitis.
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.
Anal fissure
Learn what causes a tear in the anus and how to prevent or treat this often painful condition.
Cyclic vomiting syndrome
Cyclic vomiting syndrome often starts in childhood and is marked by spells of vomiting several times an hour over a period of hours or days.
Food poisoning
Learn more about foodborne illnesses that can cause upset stomach, vomiting and diarrhea within hours of eating contaminated food.
Lichen nitidus
Lichen nitidus — Comprehensive overview covers symptoms, treatment of this harmless skin condition.
Osteomalacia
Caused by a severe vitamin D deficiency, osteomalacia softens bones, sometimes causing leg bowing in children. Boosting vitamin D intake can cure the disorder.
Multiple endocrine neoplasia, type 2 (MEN 2)
Learn about this rare disorder that causes tumors and overproduction of hormones.
Primary immunodeficiency
Frequent infections could mean you have an immune system disorder. The conditions in this category are usually caused by genetic changes.
MCAD deficiency
This inherited genetic disorder prevents the breakdown of certain fats needed for energy, leading to dangerously low blood sugar levels if not treated.
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