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What is Chondrodysplasia?

Achondroplasia usually happens due to a mutation in a certain gene, which a child could inherit. Beyond a person’s physical appearance -- such as s...

What is Chikungunya?

Chikungunya is a virus that’s spread by mosquitoes. Many of the symptoms usually improve within a week, but joint pain can last a few months. The v...

Buergers Disease (Thromboangiitis Obliterans)

Buerger’s disease is a rare illness that inflames and blocks blood vessels in your arms and legs. Some experts think that certain chemicals in toba...

Acute Kidney Failure

Then, they’ll order tests of your blood, urine, and kidneys. The results help your doctor understand what’s causing your kidney failure. It can hel...

What is a Frozen Shoulder?

The main symptoms of a frozen shoulder are pain and stiffness that make it difficult or impossible to move it. If you have frozen shoulder, you’ll ...

What are Thyroid Nodules?

Thyroid nodules are solid or fluid-filled lumps or bumps. Lots of people get them as they get older. Doctors might just watch to make sure it doesn...

West Nile Virus Questions Answered

Some people with West Nile infection become weak or paralyzed in one or more limbs. There is no specific treatment for West Nile virus infection. P...

What is Von Willebrand Disease?

Von Willebrand disease (VWD) is a disorder that makes it hard for your blood to clot. About 60% to 80% of people with VWD have this type. With Type...

What is Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia?

This type of anemia means that your body doesn't have enough healthy red blood cells because you're low in vitamin B12. When you don't have enough,...

What are Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)?

Women are more likely to get UTIs because the tube that goes from the bladder to the outside (the urethra) is much shorter than in men. Chronic kid...

Scarlet Fever

Scarlet fever is a bacterial infection that causes a bright red rash. If your child has strep throat, there's a chance they will also develop scarl...

Understanding Rheumatic Fever -- The Basics

A rare but potentially life-threatening disease, rheumatic fever is a complication of untreated strep throat caused by bacteria called group A stre...