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Yeast Infection (vaginal)

WHAT IS IT?  A vaginal yeast infection is an inflammation or irritation of the vagina and the tissues at the...

Tonsillitis

WHAT IS IT?Tonsillitis is inflammation of the tonsils at the back of the throat. Most cases of tonsillitis are caused...

Graves’ Disease

WHAT IS IT? Graves’ disease is an immune system disorder that results in the overproduction of thyroid hormones (hyperthyroidism). Although...

Flu (influenza)

WHAT IS IT? Influenza is a viral infection that attacks your respiratory system — your nose, throat and lungs. Commonly...

Fever

WHAT IS IT? A fever is a temporary increase in body temperature, often due to an illness. Having a fever...

Diabetes

WHAT IS IT? Diabetes mellitus refers to a group of diseases that affect how your body uses blood sugar (glucose)....

Croup

WHAT IS IT?Croup, which is most common in young children, is an infection of the upper airway that obstructs breathing...

Common Cold

WHAT IS IT? The common cold is a viral infection of your upper respiratory tract — your nose and throat....