Fact Sheets

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Clostridium difficile ( C. diff )
A type of bacteria, Clostridium difficile ( C. diff ), causes one of the most common health care-associated infections in the United States.
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Abdominal Migraine: Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment
Abdominal migraine is a difficult-to-diagnose condition characterized by stomach pain, nausea, and vomiting. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
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Abdominal Pain
Abdominal pain is a common symptom; emergency medicine doctors use physical exams and other tools to diagnose its cause.
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Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
Abnormal uterine bleeding—or menstrual bleeding that is unpredictable in timing, amount or duration—is a common problem among women. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
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Achalasia
Achalasia is a disorder of the esophagus that makes it difficult to swallow food and liquids.
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ACL Surgery
Surgery may be the most appropriate option to treat a common sports injury in the knee involving a sprain or tear in the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL).
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Acne (Acne Vulgaris)
Acne is a skin condition characterized by pimples, blackheads, and whiteheads on the face, back, and chest. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
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Acoustic Neuroma
Though an acoustic neuroma (a tumor on a nerve connecting the brain and ear) is usually benign, it can affect hearing and balance.
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Actinic Keratosis (AK)
Actinic keratosis (AK) is a scaly and rough patch of skin caused by years of sun damage. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
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Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)
Acute kidney injury is an episode of sudden kidney damage or failure.