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Learn about what happens when blood flow to part of the small or large intestine is blocked, and how this serious condition is treated.

Read about what happens when someone is exposed to high doses of radiation, and what you can do to prevent such exposure in an emergency.

Learn about why you might get diarrhea while taking antibiotics and how to treat this uncomfortable and sometimes serious condition.

Learn about this nerve condition that can jolt areas on the face with electric-shock-like pain.

Learn about the causes of and home-care tips for this common viral infection that often affects children by age 2, causing a high fever followed by a rash.

Learn more about the causes and treatment of this heart rhythm disorder that can cause fast, chaotic heartbeats.

Find out more about this potentially serious skin infection and how a few simple skin care tips can help prevent it.

Learn about the causes, treatment and self-care tips for this common, sometimes embarrassing condition.

Learn more about the different categories of medications to help you control asthma symptoms.

This mental health condition affects how you see yourself. It includes unstable and intense relationships, extreme emotions, and impulsiveness.

This fluid-filled cyst occurs behind the knee and can be caused by arthritis or a cartilage tear. Treating the cause typically provides relief.

Also called gambling disorder, compulsive gambling is the uncontrollable urge to keep gambling despite the toll it takes on your life.

Learn more about the symptoms, causes, treatment of this highly contagious lung infection that can be prevented with a vaccine.

Learn about this surgery that may provide relief from epileptic seizures when medicines aren't working.

Breast lumps may cause worry about cancer, but most often they're not cancer. Still, it's good to have them checked.

Learn about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatments for the most serious form of skin cancer.

Good diabetes management and regular exams can help prevent this diabetes complication that affects the eyes. Find out how.

This practice saves lives, but wrong ideas surround it. Get the facts about being an organ donor.

Allergic reactions, infections and skin problems can all happen after getting a tattoo. Take steps to stay safe.