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A hole that surgeons make through the front of the neck and into the windpipe, also known as the trachea, helps breathing when the usual route for breathing is blocked or reduced.

These shots can help relieve pain, swelling and irritation. Potential side effects generally limit the number of cortisone shots you can receive in one year.

Learn the reasons for this surgical procedure to deliver a baby, the risks and tips for recovery.

This heart CT test can show calcium deposits in the blood vessels. Know how the findings relate to your heart disease risk.

This is a range of conditions that cause sudden low blood flow to the heart. An example is a heart attack. Know the symptoms, causes and treatment.

Have a burning, itching or throbbing eye? Find out possible causes of eye pain and when it's time to call a healthcare professional.

This eye condition often looks much worse than it feels. Find out possible causes of inflamed, irritated eyes and when to call the doctor.

Knee pain: Symptom — Overview covers definition, possible causes of knee joint pain.

Statin side effects can be uncomfortable but are rarely dangerous.

Trauma, nervous system conditions and chronic diseases are some of the possible causes of this common symptom.

Learn more about this condition that can narrow different arteries, including ones that supply blood to your kidneys, brain, heart or belly area.

Learn about the causes and treatment for pain in and around the hip joint.

In this condition, a genetic male has an extra X sex chromosome. This may affect the growth of testicles and result in low testosterone.

When your cornea bulges outward, it can cause blurry vision and make your eyes sensitive to light. Find out about symptoms, causes and treatment for this eye condition.

Learn when this test is helpful in diagnosing or treating skin conditions and what to expect during the procedure.

Learn what might cause the loss of a pregnancy, the symptoms and how to cope.

Overview covers definition, risks, results of rheumatoid factor blood test.

Also called coronary microvascular disease, this type of heart disease can be hard to detect. Know the symptoms and how it's diagnosed and treated.

Properly preparing and storing infant formula is essential for your baby's nutrition.

This motor neuron disease causes nerves within the brain to slowly break down. It causes muscle weakness primarily in the legs, arms and tongue.