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A condition that causes a frequent and sudden urge to urinate that may be hard to control.

An infection of the nose and throat caused by a virus.

An infection of the air-filled space behind the eardrum, also known as the middle ear.

A blockage of blood flow to the heart. Also called a heart attack.

Death of body tissue caused by an infection or lack of blood flow.

A common condition in which narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to the arms or legs.

A genetic disease in which fluid-filled sacs called cysts grow mainly in the kidneys.

A buildup of fluid in the lungs that can be life-threatening.

Pain in the lowest part of the stomach and pelvis.

Condition in which blood has fewer red cells, white cells and platelets than usual.

An itchy rash that can happen during the last three months of pregnancy.

Malnutrition caused by a serious lack of protein in the diet.

Getting stuck by a needle that has someone's blood or other body fluid on it.

Serious lack of food and nutrition.

This minimally invasive technique uses heat to target and destroy brain tissue. Find out when it may be used, potential benefits, and key limitations.

A low level of the mineral magnesium in the body.

Any condition caused by poor diet or the inability of the body to use certain nutrients.

A disorder that happens when structures inside cells that make energy don't work properly.

A condition caused by a severe lack of vitamin C in the diet.

An inherited blood-clotting condition that can raise the risk of getting blood clots.