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Arthritis

Arthritis is inflammation of one or more joints, causing pain, stiffness, swelling, and reduced movement. It is not one disease…

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Arthrogryposis

Arthrogryposis is a condition in which one or more joints are stiff and fixed in position from birth because the…

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Asbestosis

Asbestosis is a chronic lung disease caused by long-term inhalation of asbestos fibers, leading to scarring of the lung tissue…

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Asherman Syndrome

Asherman syndrome is a condition in which scar tissue forms inside the uterus, often causing lighter or absent periods, pelvic…

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Asthma

Asthma is a chronic condition in which the airways become inflamed and narrow, causing symptoms such as wheezing, coughing, chest…

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Astigmatism

Astigmatism is a common refractive error caused by an irregularly curved cornea or lens, which makes vision blurred or distorted…

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Astrocytoma

An astrocytoma is a brain tumor that starts in astrocytes, star-shaped support cells in the brain and spinal cord. Astrocytomas…

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Atherosclerosis

Atherosclerosis is the gradual buildup of fatty plaque inside artery walls, which narrows and stiffens the vessels and restricts blood…

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Atopic Dermatitis

Atopic dermatitis is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that causes dry, itchy, and irritated skin, often with recurring flare-ups. At…

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Atrial Fibrillation

Atrial fibrillation is an irregular, often rapid heart rhythm that starts in the upper chambers of the heart and can…

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Atrial Flutter

Atrial flutter is a heart rhythm disorder in which the upper chambers beat rapidly and regularly, causing palpitations, shortness of…

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Atrial Septal Defect

Atrial septal defect is a congenital hole in the wall between the heart’s upper chambers that can increase blood flow…

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Atrioventricular Valvar Atresia

Atrioventricular valvar atresia is a rare congenital heart defect in which the tricuspid or mitral valve is completely closed or…

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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects attention, impulse control, and activity levels, often impacting learning, behavior,…

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Atypical Psychosis

Atypical psychosis is a term for psychotic episodes, such as hallucinations, delusions, or confused thinking, that do not fit neatly…

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Autism Disorder

Autism disorder, also called autism spectrum disorder, is a lifelong neurodevelopmental condition that affects how a person communicates, interacts socially,…

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Autism Spectrum

Autism spectrum is a lifelong neurodevelopmental condition that affects how a person communicates, interacts socially, and experiences the world. Traits…

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Autism Spectrum Disorder

Autism spectrum disorder is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects communication, social interaction, and behavior, with signs and support needs varying…

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Autism Spectrum Disorders In Neurology

Autism spectrum disorder is a lifelong neurodevelopmental condition affecting social communication and behavior. In neurology, it is evaluated alongside coexisting…

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Autoimmune Hepatitis

Autoimmune hepatitis is a chronic liver disease in which the immune system mistakenly attacks liver cells, causing inflammation that can…

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Autonomic Disorders

Autonomic disorders, also called dysautonomia, are conditions in which the autonomic nervous system, which controls heart rate, blood pressure, digestion,…

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Autonomic Neuropathy

Autonomic neuropathy is damage to the nerves that automatically control functions such as blood pressure, heart rate, digestion, bladder emptying,…

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Avascular Necrosis

Avascular necrosis is the death of bone tissue caused by reduced blood supply, most often affecting the hip and potentially…

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Bacterial Meningitis

Bacterial meningitis is a serious infection of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord that requires urgent diagnosis and…

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