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Dilation and curettage (D&C)

Learn what to expect during this procedure, how a doctor performs it to remove uterine…

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Diphtheria

This rare but serious bacterial infection can cause organ damage and breathing problems. This disease…

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Discogram

This imaging test helps determine if an irregular disk in your spine is causing your…

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Discolored baby teeth: A cause for concern?

Baby teeth can become discolored for many reasons, including not brushing well enough, taking medicines,…

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Discolored semen: What does it mean?

Find out what causes discolored semen.

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Diskectomy

This surgical procedure removes the damaged portion of a herniated disk in the spine. It's…

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Dislocated shoulder

This shoulder injury, which occurs in the body's most mobile joint, causes the upper arm…

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Dislocation: First aid

What first-aid steps to take for dislocation of a joint.

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Dissociative disorders

These mental health conditions involve experiencing a loss of connection between thoughts, memories, surroundings, actions…

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Diuretics

Diuretics, sometimes called water pills, help remove extra fluid from the body. They're often used…

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Diuretics: A cause of low potassium?

These medicines are often used to treat high blood pressure and swelling. Diuretics may lower…

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Diuretics and gout: What's the connection?

This treatment for high blood pressure can raise the risk of arthritis. Find out why…

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Diverticulitis

This common colon disease develops when small pouches form in the colon wall and become…

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Diverticulitis: Can certain foods trigger an attack?

Contrary to popular belief, no specific foods are known to trigger bouts of this condition.

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Diverticulitis diet

This short-term diet may be part of a treatment plan for bouts of this digestive…

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Dizziness

People feel dizzy for various reasons. How long the feeling lasts and any other symptoms…

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Dizziness: Symptom

What does it mean if you become dizzy? Learn about the various causes and when…

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Do infrared saunas have any health benefits?

How is an infrared sauna different from a traditional sauna? Light provides the heat.

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Do the benefits of vitamin C include improved mood?

You know this vitamin helps fight the common cold. But did you know that the…

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Does atrial fibrillation run in families?

AFib is a common heart disorder. Sometimes it is inherited. Learn about all the risk…

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Does older age increase the risk of atrial fibrillation?

Learn how the risk of getting this common heart rhythm condition can increase with age.

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Does prickly pear cactus have health benefits?

Have you heard about prickly pear cactus? Find out about some surprising health benefits of…

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Does soy really affect breast cancer risk?

Soy foods reduce the risk of breast cancer, but more research is needed to determine…

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Does sunscreen expire?

Wondering whether sunscreen expires? Get the facts about how long sunscreen lasts.

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Domestic violence against men: Recognize patterns, seek help

Domestic violence against men is real. Find out how to break the cycle.

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Domestic violence against women: Recognize patterns, seek help

Domestic violence can happen to anyone. Understand how to break the cycle of abuse.

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Donor nephrectomy

In this surgical procedure, a healthy kidney is removed from a living donor for transplant…

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Doppler ultrasound: What is it used for?

A Doppler ultrasound measures blood flow and pressure in blood vessels.

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Double-outlet right ventricle

In this heart condition present at birth, two major blood vessels aren't attached to the…

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Double uterus

Learn about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of this uncommon condition of the uterus. It is…

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