Conditions and Symptoms

Learn about medical conditions, symptoms, testing, diagnosis and treatment.

Blood

Blood, consisting of blood cells and plasma, is the vital transport system that delivers nutrients, oxygen and other essentials to the cells of your body.

Bone, joint and muscle

The musculoskeletal system supports your body’s form, provides strength and allows for stability and movement.  

 

Brain and nervous system

A highly complex processing center and sensory network that controls bodily functions and relays messages to different parts of your body.

Cancer

Cancer is a group of diseases involving abnormal cells dividing out of control and spreading to surrounding tissues and other parts of your body.  

 

Digestive system

Digestive system

Your gastrointestinal tract and related organs make up your digestive system, which works to break down foods and liquids to fuel your body.   

 

Ear, nose and throat

These interconnected areas of the head and neck control activities like breathing, speaking, hearing and swallowing.  

 

Endocrine glands and diabetes

The endocrine system features a collection of glands that secrete hormones, which help regulate everything from metabolism to reproduction.  

 

Eyes

These organs help control your vision, allowing you to receive and process light and other visual details.   

 

Genetics

Genetics is the study of genes, the inherited instructions that determine your physical traits and other aspects of your health.

 

Heart and circulatory system

After being pumped by the heart, blood travels to various parts of the body via the veins and arteries of your circulatory system.  

 

Immune system and allergies

A complex network of cells, organs and chemical responses, the immune system defends your body against pathogens — sometimes resulting in an allergic reaction.

Infectious disease

A group of diseases or disorders caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi or parasites that infect your body.

Kidneys, bladder and urinary tract

Kidneys, bladder and urinary tract

The urinary tract is one of the systems of your body responsible for filtering your blood, creating urine and getting rid of waste.  

 

Lungs and airway

The respiratory system is responsible for breathing, which provides your cells with oxygen while expelling waste gases.  

 

Mental and behavioral health

Mental and behavioral health

Mental health relates to your emotional and psychological well-being and can affect how you feel, think and behave.

Pregnancy and postpartum

Pregnancy, when a baby grows and develops inside the body, is followed by the postpartum period after the child is born.

Reproductive system and sex organs

Reproductive system and sex organs

Your reproductive system, made up of a network of organs and biological processes, is responsible for sexual reproduction.  

Skin, hair and nails

These important body parts help protect your organs and tissues and also regulate your internal body temperature.  

 

Sleep

An altered state of consciousness that allows your body and nervous system to heal and repair itself.

 

Spine

Spine

The backbone of your body connects various parts of the skeleton and provides central support to help you stay upright.

Heart

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