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Vaginal cancer

Learn about the symptoms of this rare type of cancer. Treatments for cancer of the…

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Vaginal discharge

Learn what to expect when it comes to vaginal discharge. And know when changes in…

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Vaginal dryness

Make an appointment with your doctor if vaginal dryness is causing you discomfort.

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Vaginal dryness after menopause: How to treat it?

Low-dose estrogen therapy, vaginal moisturizers and vaginal lubricants are among treatments for this condition and…

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Vaginal fistula

Learn about this unusual opening that forms between the vagina and another organ.

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Vaginal hysterectomy

Vaginal hysterectomy is a procedure to remove the uterus through the vagina to treat certain…

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Vaginal odor

Learn about causes of unpleasant or unusual odor from the vagina and when to seek…

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Vaginal tears in childbirth

Vaginal tears during childbirth are common. Learn about different kinds of vaginal tears and how…

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Vaginitis

Inflammation of the vagina can result in discharge, itching and pain. Recognize signs and symptoms…

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Vagus nerve stimulation

Learn more about this procedure that may be used to treat epilepsy and other neurological…

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Valerian: A safe and effective herbal sleep aid?

Valerian — Can this sleep aid help you sleep better?

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Valley fever

Learn about symptoms and treatment for this lung infection caused by fungi found in the…

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Valvuloplasty

Find out more about this cardiac catheter procedure to repair a narrowed heart valve.

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Vaping during pregnancy: Is it safe?

Vaping during pregnancy can expose your baby to nicotine.

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Varicocele

Find out how this condition involving the enlargement of veins in the scrotum can affect…

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Varicose veins

This common condition causes lines or cords to develop under the skin. Learn self-care steps…

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Vascular dementia

Learn more about this stroke-related type of dementia that causes memory loss and can affect…

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Vascular rings

In this condition, parts of the body's main artery or its branches go around the…

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Vasculitis

This swelling and irritation of the blood vessels may thicken and weaken blood vessel walls.…

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Vasectomy

Find out more about this minor surgery that provides nearly 100% effective birth control by…

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Vasectomy reversal

Learn about this microsurgery procedure that can restore your fertility after a vasectomy.

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Vasodilators

Learn how these blood pressure medicines work, what else they treat and the potential side…

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Vasovagal syncope

Learn about what causes a brief loss of consciousness and when to see a healthcare…

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VBAC: Know the pros and cons

Vaginal birth after cesarean, also called VBAC, is possible for many people. Know what to…

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VBAC: Know the pros and cons

Vaginal birth after cesarean, also called VBAC, is possible for many people. Know what to…

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Vegetarian diet: Can it help me control my diabetes?

Although switching to a vegetarian diet won't cure diabetes, it may offer some benefits.

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Vegetarian diet: How to get the best nutrition

A vegetarian diet can meet your nutritional needs if you make wise choices.

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Ventricular assist device (VAD)

Learn how this device helps the heart pump and when you might need one.

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Ventricular fibrillation

Without fast treatment, this heart rhythm problem can cause death within minutes. Learn the symptoms…

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Ventricular septal defect (VSD)

In this heart problem present at birth, there is a hole between the two lower…

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