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A pregnancy in which the fertilized egg implants outside the uterus.

A dangerous condition that happens when the small flap that covers the windpipe swells and blocks airflow into the lungs.

A hole or tear in the tissue that divides the ear canal from the middle ear, also called the eardrum.

An infection of the outer ear canal, also called swimmer's ear. The outer ear canal runs from the eardrum to the outside of the head.

This rare disorder involves an overgrowth of cells in your body's lymph nodes. Treatment varies depending on how many lymph nodes are involved.

Fear of places and situations that might cause panic, helplessness, or embarrassment.

Learn about this rare condition that causes tumors and overproduction of hormones.

Medicines called vaccines help your body stop an infection before it starts. Vaccines help children and adults avoid infections that can be severe or deadly.

Learn what to expect from this procedure that involves removing one or more of the parathyroid glands.

Learn about this cosmetic procedure, which is done to rebuild an ear. Understand the risks and learn what to expect after surgery.

LATE causes symptoms similar to Alzheimer's, but may progress more slowly.

A larynx or trachea transplant may help people who have severe damage to their throat. It may result in the ability to breathe through the mouth, swallow better and speak.

Learn about post-vasectomy pain syndrome (PVPS) — How it happens after a vasectomy, tests to diagnose it and treatment options.

A mood disorder characterized by depression that occurs at the same time every year.

A condition in which the ovaries swell and get painful from excess hormone.

Cerebrospinal fluid leaks may start in the brain or spine, causing headaches, dizziness and other symptoms.

Learn about how to flatten or remove these unusual scars that can form at the site of a skin injury.

This procedure replaces damaged areas of the shoulder joint with implants made of metal and plastic. It can sometimes be done as same-day surgery.