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During this cancer treatment, radioactive material is placed inside the body. Find out how the treatment is done and who it's for.

Learn about what happens if urine flows backward from the bladder. Usually found in children, this condition boosts the risk of urinary tract infections.

Learn about the causes, symptoms and treatment of wheat allergy and how they differ from those of celiac disease. Managing either condition means avoiding wheat.

Learn how uneven nostrils can sometimes cause stuffiness, nosebleeds or other symptoms.

A broken nose can cause pain, swelling and bruising around your nose and eyes. Surgery usually isn't necessary.

Reactive attachment disorder is when an infant or young child doesn't establish healthy attachments with parents or caregivers due to neglect.

Hyponatremia is the term used when your blood sodium is too low. Learn about symptoms, causes and treatment of this potentially dangerous condition.

Do your symptoms merit medical attention? From weight loss to flashes of light, know when to seek care.

The buildup of naturally occurring fatty substances damages the spleen, liver, bones and other tissues. Life-long treatments help manage most cases.

The most common type of wrist fracture occurs when people try to catch themselves during a fall and land hard on an outstretched hand.

Treatment of a broken leg depends on the location and severity of the injury. A serious break may require surgical repair using metal plates, rods or screws to hold the fragments together.

This rare condition affects movement, blood pressure and other functions of the body.

Learn about what causes blockage of the tubes that carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder, tests you might need and how the condition can be treated.

Narrowing of the tube that carries urine from the body, called the urethra, can limit urine flow and cause a number of problems.

Learn about the causes, symptoms and treatment of peritonitis.

A rapid loss of liver function can happen in people who don't even have liver disease. Find out about symptoms, treatment and prevention of this serious medical emergency.

If a breast biopsy reveals you have LCIS, your risk of breast cancer is increased. Learn how you can reduce your risk through medications and other strategies.

Noninvasive breast cancer often has no symptoms. Find out about the causes, diagnosis and treatment of this form of breast cancer.

Learn about a type of chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart. This chest pain is a symptom of heart disease.

Sex isn't just for the young. Get tips for staying active, creative and satisfied as you age.