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Paget disease of the bone is a chronic bone disorder. It causes bones to become enlarged and deformed. Bone may become dense, but fragile, because of excessive breakdown and deformation of bone. The disease is the most common bone disorder after osteoporosis in people older than age 50.

Swimmer’s ear (otitis externa) is an inflammation of the external ear canal. Swimmer’s ear is caused by bacteria or fungi. Water that stays in the ear canal during swimming, for instance, may let bacteria and fungi grow.

When a baby is born, several things are done to make sure the baby is warm and healthy.

Healthy babies born in a vaginal delivery are usually able to stay with the mother. In many cases, immediate newborn evaluations are performed right in the mother's room.

Canker sores are small sores inside the mouth. They are often found inside the lips, on the cheeks, or on the tongue.

A detailed look at how cystic fibrosis is diagnosed.

Many tests and procedures are available to keep track of the health of both you and your baby. Many of these pose little or no risk.

Detailed information on wheat allergy, a type of food allergy, including how to read a label for a wheat-free diet.

Menstrual cramps (dysmenorrhea) are severe, painful cramps that occur with menstruation.