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Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Screening
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm: Should I Get a Screening Test?
Abdominal Fullness or Bloating
Abdominal Gas and Colic
Abdominal Pain Causes
Abdominal Pain, Age 11 and Younger
Abdominal Pain, Age 12 and Older
Abnormal Cervical Cell Changes, Cone Biopsy (Conization) for
Abnormal Cervical Cell Changes, Cryotherapy for
Abnormal Cervical Cell Changes, Laser Surgery
Abnormal Cervical Cell Changes, LEEP (Loop Electrosurgical Procedure) for
Abnormal Pap Test
Abnormal Pap Test While Pregnant
Abnormal Pap Test, Cone Biopsy (Conization) for
Abnormal Pap Test, Cryotherapy for
Abnormal Pap Test, LEEP (Loop Electrosurgical Procedure) for
Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
Abnormal Uterine Bleeding: Should I Have a Hysterectomy?
Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding
Abortion
Abortion, D&E (Dilation and Evacuation) for
Abortion, Dilation and Evacuation (D&E) for
Abortion, Induced
Abortion, Manual Aspiration for
Abortion, Spontaneous
Abortion, Vacuum Aspiration for
Abortion: Emotional Recovery
Abrasions
Abruptio Placenta
Abscessed Tooth
Absence Epilepsy
Absorbent Products for Urinary Incontinence
Abuse in Vulnerable Adults
Abuse, Elder
Abuse: Signs of Abuse-Related Injuries
Abusive Head Trauma (Shaken Baby Syndrome)
Accidental Needle Sticks
Accidental Tooth Loss
ACE (Angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors
Acetaminophen
Acetaminophen for Low Back Pain
Acetaminophen for Osteoarthritis
Acetaminophen Use During Pregnancy
Acetaminophen Use in Young Children
Achilles Tendon Injury: Calf Squeeze Test
Achilles Tendon Injury: Physical Therapy and Rehab
Achilles Tendon Injury: Surgery or Immobilization
Achilles Tendon Problems
Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair
Achilles Tendon Rupture: Should I Have Surgery?
Acid Burns
Acid reducers
ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) Injuries
ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) Injury, Physical Therapy for
ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) Surgery
ACL Injury: Exercises to Do Before Treatment
ACL Injury: Should I Have Knee Surgery?
Acne
Acne Rosacea
Acne, Deciding About Isotretinoin for Treatment
Acne: Should I See My Doctor?
Acne: Should I Take Isotretinoin for Severe Acne?
Acne: Tips for Keeping It Under Control
Acne: Treatment With Alpha Hydroxy Acids
Acne: Treatment With Antibiotics
Acne: Treatment With Benzoyl Peroxide
Acne: Treatment With Salicylic Acid
Acquired Von Willebrand's Disease
Actinic Keratosis
Action Plan for Asthma
Active and Inactive Paget's Disease
Active Listening
Active Surveillance for Prostate Cancer
Active, Having enough Energy to Stay: Quick Tips
Acupressure Bands for Motion Sickness
Acupressure for Morning Sickness
Acupuncture
Acupuncture (PDQ®): Integrative, alternative, and complementary therapies - Health Professional Information [NCI]
Acupuncture (PDQ®): Integrative, alternative, and complementary therapies - Patient Information [NCI]
Acute Bronchitis
Acute Coronary Syndrome
Acute Flaccid Myelitis
Acute Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyradiculoneuropathy (Guillain-Barré Syndrome)
Acute Kidney Injury
Acute Kidney Injury (Acute Renal Failure)
Acute Kidney Injury Versus Chronic Kidney Disease
Acute Labyrinthine Vertigo
Acute Prostatitis (NIH Category I)
Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
Acute Streptococcal Pharyngitis
ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder)
Added Sugars
Addison's Disease
Adenomyosis
ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder)
ADHD and Hyperactivity
ADHD in Adults: Behavioral Strategies
ADHD Medicines: Suicide Warning for Strattera
ADHD Myths and Facts
ADHD: Helping Your Child Get the Most From School
ADHD: Helping Your Child Get Things Done
ADHD: Impulsivity and Inattention
ADHD: Other Conditions With Similar Symptoms
ADHD: Should My Child Take Medicine for ADHD?
ADHD: Social Skills Training
ADHD: Symptoms in Adults
ADHD: Taking Care of Yourself When Your Child Has ADHD
ADHD: Tests for Other Disorders
Adjustable Gastric Banding Surgery
Adjusting to a Chronic Illness
Adjustment to Cancer: Anxiety and Distress (PDQ®): Supportive care - Health Professional Information [NCI]
Adjustment to Cancer: Anxiety and Distress (PDQ®): Supportive care - Patient Information [NCI]
Adolescent Alcohol and Drug Abuse
Adolescent Depression
Adolescent Growth and Development, Ages 15 to 18 years
Adolescent Health
Adolescent Sensory and Motor Development
Adrenocortical Carcinoma Treatment (PDQ®): Treatment - Health Professional Information [NCI]
Adrenocortical Carcinoma Treatment (PDQ®): Treatment - Patient Information [NCI]
Adult Acne
Adult Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®): Treatment - Health Professional Information [NCI]
Adult Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®): Treatment - Patient Information [NCI]
Adult Acute Myeloid Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®): Treatment - Health Professional Information [NCI]
Adult Acute Myeloid Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®): Treatment - Patient Information [NCI]
Adult Central Nervous System Tumors Treatment (PDQ®): Treatment - Health Professional Information [NCI]
Adult Central Nervous System Tumors Treatment (PDQ®): Treatment - Patient Information [NCI]
Adult Hodgkin Lymphoma Treatment (PDQ®): Treatment - Health Professional Information [NCI]
Adult Hodgkin Lymphoma Treatment (PDQ®): Treatment - Patient Information [NCI]
Adult Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Treatment (PDQ®): Treatment - Health Professional Information [NCI]
Adult Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Treatment (PDQ®): Treatment - Patient Information [NCI]
Adult Primary Liver Cancer Treatment (PDQ®): Treatment - Health Professional Information [NCI]
Adult Primary Liver Cancer Treatment (PDQ®): Treatment - Patient Information [NCI]
Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma Treatment (PDQ®): Treatment - Health Professional Information [NCI]
Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma Treatment (PDQ®): Treatment - Patient Information [NCI]
Advance Care Planning
Advance Care Planning: Should I Have Artificial Hydration and Nutrition?
Advance Care Planning: Should I Receive CPR and Life Support?
Advance Care Planning: Should I Stop Kidney Dialysis?
Advance Care Planning: Should I Stop Treatment That Prolongs My Life?
Advance Directive, Writing an
Advance Directive: What to Include
Advanced Prostate Cancer
Adverse Reactions to Medicines
After a Stroke: Helping Your Family Adjust
After Childbirth: Coping and Adjusting
After Childbirth: Pelvic Bone Problems
After Childbirth: Urination and Bowel Problems
After-School Programs
Aganglionic Megacolon
Age-Related Foot Changes
Age-Related Hearing Loss
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Age-Related Macular Degeneration, Laser Photocoagulation for
Age-Related Macular Degeneration, Photocoagulation (Laser) for
Age-Related Macular Degeneration, Photodynamic Therapy for
Age-Related Macular Degeneration: Taking Vitamins
Aggression in Youth
Aging Well: Choosing a Nursing Home
Aging Well: Making Your Home Fall-Proof
Aging, Healthy
Aging, Sexuality and Physical Changes
Agitation and Dementia
AIDS-Related Lymphoma Treatment (PDQ®): Treatment - Health Professional Information [NCI]
AIDS-Related Lymphoma Treatment (PDQ®): Treatment - Patient Information [NCI]
Airsickness
Al-Anon
Alan's Story: Coping With Change After a Heart Attack
Alcock's Syndrome
Alcohol Abuse, Do You Have a Drinking Problem Interactive Tool
Alcohol Abuse, Teen
Alcohol abuse: Dealing with teen substance use
Alcohol and Drug Problems
Alcohol and Drugs: When to Get Help for an Intoxicated Person
Alcohol and Substance Abuse in PTSD
Alcohol Effects on a Fetus
Alcohol Increases the Risk of Cold Injury
Alcohol Misuse and Dependence
Alcohol or Drug Use During Pregnancy
Alcohol Problems: Helping Someone Get Treatment
Alcohol Problems: How to Stop Drinking
Alcohol Use Problem: Other Health Problems That May Occur
Alcoholic Cardiomyopathy
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
Aldosterone Receptor Antagonists: Diuretics for Heart Failure
Alkali Burns
Allen Test
Allergic Reaction
Allergic Reaction to Tattoo Dye
Allergic Rhinitis
Allergic Rhinitis, Allergy Shots for
Allergic Rhinitis, Immunotherapy (Allergy Shots) for
Allergies
Allergies in Children: Giving an Epinephrine Shot to a Child
Allergies to Insect Stings
Allergies: Avoiding Indoor Triggers
Allergies: Avoiding Outdoor Triggers
Allergies: Giving Yourself an Epinephrine Shot
Allergies: Rush Immunotherapy
Allergies: Should I Take Allergy Shots?
Allergies: Should I Take Shots for Insect Sting Allergies?
Allergy Shots for Allergic Rhinitis
Allergy Shots for Asthma
Allergy Shots for Insect Sting Allergies
Allergy to Natural Rubber (Latex)
Allogeneic Stem Cell Transplant
Alopecia (Hair Loss)
Alopecia (Hair Loss), Transplant for
Alopecia Areata
Alopecia Areata: Psoralen With Ultraviolet A Light (PUVA) Therapy
Alpha Thalassemia
Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency Genetic Testing
ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis)
Altered Alertness
Alternative Medicine
Alternative Treatment Methods for Allergies
Altitude Sickness
Alzheimer's and Other Dementias: Coping With Sundowning
Alzheimer's and Other Dementias: Maintaining Good Nutrition
Alzheimer's and Other Dementias: Making the Most of Remaining Abilities
Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer's Disease: Should I Take Medicines?
Alzheimer's or Other Dementia: Should I Move My Relative Into Long-Term Care?
Amblyopia
Amblyopia: Wearing an Eye Patch
American Heart Association Healthy Diet Guidelines
American Urological Association Symptom Index
Amniocentesis, Deciding About
Amputation First Aid
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
Anabolic Steroids
Anal Cancer
Anal Cancer Prevention (PDQ®): Prevention - Health Professional Information [NCI]
Anal Cancer Prevention (PDQ®): Prevention - Patient Information [NCI]
Anal Cancer Treatment (PDQ®): Treatment - Health Professional Information [NCI]
Anal Cancer Treatment (PDQ®): Treatment - Patient Information [NCI]
Anal Fissure
Anal Fissures: Botox Injections
Anal Fissures: Internal Anal Sphincterotomy
Anal Fissures: Nifedipine and Diltiazem
Anal Fissures: Nitroglycerin Ointment
Anal Fistulas and Crohn's Disease
Anal Problems
Anatomical Incontinence in Women
Androgenetic Alopecia (Hair Loss, Inherited)
Androgenetic Alopecia (Hair Loss, Inherited), Deciding about Treatment
Andy's Story: Finding Your Own Routine When You Have Diabetes
Anemia
Anemia During Pregnancy
Anemia of Chronic Disease (ACD)
Anemia of Chronic Kidney Disease
Anemia, Folic Acid Deficiency
Anemia, Iron-Deficiency
Anemia, Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Anesthesia
Anesthesia Specialists
Anesthesia: Health Risks
Anesthesia: Malignant Hyperthermia Response
Anesthetic or Corticosteroid Injections for Low Back Pain
Aneurysm, Brain
Anger, Hostility, and Violent Behavior
Angina
Angina (Stable), Deciding About Angioplasty
Angina (Unstable), Beta-Blockers for
Angina, Quick Tips for Taking Charge of Your
Angina, Unstable
Angina: Living with a pacemaker or ICD
Angiogram for Coronary Artery Disease, Deciding About
Angioplasty for Coronary Artery Disease
Angioplasty for Peripheral Arterial Disease of the Legs
Angioplasty for Stable Angina, Deciding About
Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers (ARBs)
Angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs)
Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers (ARBs) for High Blood Pressure
Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors
Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors for Coronary Artery Disease
Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors for High Blood Pressure
Animal and Human Bites
Animal and Human Bites: When Stitches Are Needed
Ankle Sprain
Ankle Sprain Classification
Ankle Sprain, Exercises for
Ankle sprain: Using a compression wrap
Ankle, Foot, and Toe Injuries
Ankle, Foot, and Toe Problems, Noninjury
Ankle-Brachial Index Test
Ankylglossia
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Anorexia Complications
Anorexia Nervosa
Anorexia Nervosa, Cognitive-Behavoral Therapy for
Anorexia: Learning New Eating Behaviors
Anorexia: Learning to Trust Others
Anorexia: Other Health Problems That May Occur
Anosmia
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injuries
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injury, Deciding About Surgery
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injury, Physical Therapy for
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injury: Exercises to do before treatment
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Surgery
Anthrax
Antianxiety Medicines for Alcohol Withdrawal
Antianxiety Medicines for Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Antianxiety Medicines for Tension Headaches
Antibiotic Sensitivity Test
Antibiotics
Antibiotics for an Ear Infection, Deciding About
Antibiotics to Treat and Prevent Infection During Preterm Labor
Antibiotics, Using Wisely
Antibody Tests for Lupus
Anticholinergics for Asthma
Anticholinergics for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Anticoagulants
Anticoagulants for Coronary Artery Disease
Anticoagulants for Stroke Prevention, Deciding About
Anticoagulants: What to Do if You Miss a Dose
Anticonvulsants for Chronic Low Back Pain
Antidepressant Withdrawal
Antidepressants
Antidepressants for Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Antidepressants for Migraine Headaches
Antidepressants for Sleep Problems
Antidepressants for Tension Headaches
Antidepressants, Taking safely
Antidepressants; Should I Stop Taking?
Antidepressants; Should I Take Them when I am Pregnant?
Antidepressants; Should I Take Them?
Antidiarrheal Medicines for Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Antidiarrheals for Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Antigen Tests for Giardiasis
Antihistamines
Antihistamines for Morning Sickness
Antihypertensive Medications, Deciding About
Antineoplastons (PDQ®): Integrative, alternative, and complementary therapies - Health Professional Information [NCI]
Antineoplastons (PDQ®): Integrative, alternative, and complementary therapies - Patient Information [NCI]
Antioxidants
Antiphospholipid Syndrome and Pregnancy
Antiplatelets
Antipsychotic medicines
Antiretroviral medicines for HIV
Antiretroviral medicines for HIV infection, Taking
Antithyroid Antibodies Test
Antithyroid Medication or Radioactive Iodine for Hyperthyroidism, Deciding About
Antiviral Medicines for Flu, Deciding About Taking
Antiviral Therapy for Chronic Hepatitis B, Deciding About
Anxiety
Anxiety Attack
Anxiety: Stop Negative Thoughts
Aortic Aneurysm
Aortic Dissection
Aortic Insufficiency
Aortic Valve Regurgitation
Aortic Valve Regurgitation: Deciding About Surgery
Aortic Valve Replacement Surgery
Aortic Valve Replacement: Minimally Invasive Surgery
Aortic Valve Stenosis
Aortic Valve Stenosis Complications
Aortic Valve Stenosis: Treatment When You Have Another Heart Disease
Aortobifemoral Bypass for Peripheral Arterial Disease
Apolipoprotein E-4 Genetic (DNA) Test
Appendicitis
Appreciating Your Child's Personality
Arm Injuries
Arm Problems, Noninjury
Arnica
Aromatherapy (Essential Oils Therapy)
Aromatherapy and Essential Oils (PDQ®): Integrative, alternative, and complementary therapies - Health Professional Information
Aromatherapy and Essential Oils (PDQ®): Integrative, alternative, and complementary therapies - Patient Information [NCI]
Arrhythmias and Sexual Activity
Arrhythmias: Foods That Affect Heart Rate
Arthritis (Osteoarthritis)
Arthritis, Juvenile Rheumatoid
Arthritis, Rheumatoid
Arthritis: Managing Rheumatoid Arthritis
Arthritis: Shots for Knee Pain
Arthritis: Should I Have Hip Replacement Surgery?
Arthritis: Should I Have Knee Replacement Surgery?
Arthritis: Should I Have Shoulder Replacement Surgery?
Arthrocentesis for Temporomandibular Disorders
Arthrodesis (Spinal Fusion) for Low Back Pain
Arthroplasty for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Arthroscopy for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Arthroscopy for Temporomandibular Disorders
Artificial Insemination
Artificial Nails: Problems and Treatment
Artificial Sphincter for Urinary Incontinence in Men
Arturo's Story: Getting Support for Making a Change
Asbestos and Lung Cancer
Ashkenazi Jewish Genetic Panel (AJGP)
Asian Medicine
Asperger's Syndrome
Aspiration of a Ganglion
Aspiration of the Bursa
Aspirin and Antiplatelets for Coronary Artery Disease
Aspirin for Pain, Fever, and Inflammation
Aspirin to Prevent Heart Attack and Stroke
Aspirin: Should I Take Daily Aspirin to Prevent a Heart Attack or Stroke?
Assertive behavior for reducing stress
Assessing PTSD
Assessing Your Asthma Knowledge
Assistive Devices and Orthotics
Assistive Devices for People With Disabilities
Asthma
Asthma Action Plan
Asthma Action Plan: Green Zone
Asthma Action Plan: Red Zone
Asthma Action Plan: Yellow Zone
Asthma and GERD
Asthma and Vocal Cord Problems
Asthma and Wheezing
Asthma Attack
Asthma Diary
Asthma During Pregnancy
Asthma in Children
Asthma in Children: Helping a Child Use a Metered-Dose Inhaler and Mask Spacer
Asthma in Children: Knowing How Bad an Attack Is
Asthma in Older Adults: Managing Treatment
Asthma in Teens and Adults
Asthma Treatment Goals
Asthma Triggers
Asthma, Anticholinergics for
Asthma, Corticosteroids (Inhaled) for Long-Term Control of
Asthma, Immunotherapy (Allergy Shots) for
Asthma, Leukotriene Modifiers for Long-Term Control of
Asthma, Long-Acting Beta2 Agonists for Long-Term Control of
Asthma, Short-Acting Beta2-Agonists for Quick Relief from
Asthma, Systemic Corticosteroids for Quick Relief
Asthma, Theophylline for Long-Term Control of
Asthma: Controlling Cockroaches
Asthma: Educating Yourself and Your Child
Asthma: How to Overcome Treatment Obstacles
Asthma: Identifying Your Triggers
Asthma: Measuring Peak Flow
Asthma: Overcoming Obstacles to Taking Medicines
Asthma: Overuse of Quick-Relief Medicines
Asthma: Peak Expiratory Flow and Personal Best
Asthma: Symptoms of Difficulty Breathing
Asthma: Taking Charge of Your Asthma
Asthma: Using a dry powder inhaler
Asthma: Using a metered-dose inhaler
Asthma: Using an Asthma Action Plan
Asthma: Ways to Take Inhaled Medicines
Asthma's Impact on Your Child's Life
Atherosclerosis
Athlete's Foot
Athlete's Foot, Fungal Culture for
At-Home Genetic Tests
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Atopic Dermatitis, Phototherapy for
Atopic Dermatitis: Taking Care of Your Skin
Atrial Fibrillation
Atrial Fibrillation and Daily Life
Atrial Fibrillation, Catheter Ablation for
Atrial Fibrillation, Electrical Cardioversion for
Atrial Fibrillation, Maze Procedure for
Atrial Fibrillation, Physical Examination and History for
Atrial fibrillation: Living with a pacemaker or ICD
Atrial Fibrillation: Should I Have Catheter Ablation?
Atrial Fibrillation: Should I Take an Anticoagulant to Prevent Stroke?
Atrial Fibrillation: Should I Try Electrical Cardioversion?
Atrial Fibrillation: Which Anticoagulant Should I Take to Prevent Stroke?
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Should My Child Take Medicine for
Aura and Seizures
Autism
Autism and Vaccines
Autism Spectrum Disorders
Autism: Behavioral Training and Management
Autism: Support and Training for the Family
Autologous Stem Cell Transplant
Automated Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring
Autopsy: Should I Have an Autopsy Done on My Loved One?
Autosomal Recessive Disease
Avascular Necrosis (Osteonecrosis)
Avian Influenza (Bird Flu)
Avian Influenza (Bird Flu)
Avoiding Infections in the Hospital
Avoiding Mercury in Fish
Avoiding Temper Tantrums
Avulsion Fracture
Ayurveda