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Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV)
The virus is found in saliva, so you can catch mono from kissing someone who’s infected. EBV stays in your body long after you get over mono. One t...
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Elephantiasis: what to Know
They can live there for years and cause a lot of damage to your lymph system. You may not know you have elephantiasis until you notice the swelling...
Read moreWhat is Eisenmenger Syndrome?
When that oxygen-carrying blood goes back to the heart, the left atrium takes it in and passes it to the left ventricle, which sends it out to your...
Read moreWhat is Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome?
Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) is a disease that weakens the connective tissues of your body. EDS can make your joints loose and your skin thin and e...
Read moreEbola Virus Infection
Ebola is a rare but deadly virus that causes fever, body aches, and diarrhea, and sometimes bleeding inside and outside the body. A person who has ...
Read moreDupuytren's Disease
Dupuytren's disease, also called Dupuytren’s contracture, is an abnormal thickening and tightening of the normally loose and flexible tissue beneat...
Read moreDo I Have a Broken Rib?
But if more ribs are broken or if the fracture is from a serious injury, more problems are possible. Broken ribs are painful and can hurt with ever...
Read moreChronic Kidney Disease
If you have chronic kidney disease (CKD), it’s important to watch what you eat and drink. Healthy kidneys keep sodium levels in check. But if you h...
Read moreBroken Toe
A broken toe is when you break a bone in one of your toes. Then, if your doctor thinks it’s a break, you’ll likely get an X- ray. Each of your toes...
Read moreDengue Fever
People with weakened immune systems as well as those with a second or subsequent dengue infection are believed to be at greater risk for developing...
Read moreWhat is Dehydration? what Causes It?
Dehydration happens when your body doesn't have as much water as it needs.
Read moreCushings Syndrome
You can also get Cushing’s syndrome from injectable steroids, such as repeated shots for joint pain, bursitis, and back pain. A tumor in your pitui...
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