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Dwarfism

bone, muscles, joints

Also known as little person. A dwarf is a person of short stature – under 4′ 10″ as an adult. …

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Heel Injuries and Disorders

bone, muscles, joints

Heel problems are common and can be painful. Often, they result from too much stress on your heel bone and …

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Varicose Veins

Red and white blood cell

Varicose veins are swollen, twisted veins that you can see just under the skin. They usually occur in the legs, …

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Shock

Red and white blood cell

Shock happens when your blood pressure is too low and not enough blood and oxygen can get to your organs …

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Raynaud’s Disease

Red and white blood cell

Also known as Raynaud’s phenomenon. Raynaud’s disease is a rare disorder of the blood vessels, usually in the fingers and …

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Pericardial Disorders

Red and white blood cell

The pericardium is a membrane, or sac, that surrounds your heart. It holds the heart in place and helps it …

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Mitral Valve Prolapse

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Also known as Barlow’s syndrome, Floppy valve syndrome, MVP. Mitral valve prolapse (MVP) occurs when one of your heart’s valves …

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Transient Ischemic Attack

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Also known as Mini-stroke, TIA. A transient ischemic attack (TIA) is a stroke that comes and goes quickly. It happens …

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Malaria

Red and white blood cell

Malaria is a serious disease caused by a parasite. You get it when an infected mosquito bites you. Malaria is …

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Lymphedema

Red and white blood cell

Also known as lymphatic obstruction. Lymphedema is the name of a type of swelling. It happens when lymph builds up …

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