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A disorder that happens when the immune system attacks the thyroid gland.

A serious diabetes complication in which the body makes too much of the blood acids called ketones.

This tumor of the pituitary gland isn't cancer, but it can cause vision problems, infertility and other health issues.

A goiter is the irregular growth of the thyroid gland.

A disorder of the immune system that causes the thyroid gland to make too much thyroid hormone.

A lifelong condition where the pancreas makes little or no insulin, which leads to high blood sugar levels.

A group of diseases that can cause high blood sugar.

A condition in which a child's body begins changing into that of an adult too soon.

Involuntary spasms of the diaphragm, usually short-lived and not a sign of something serious.

In CDH, a baby's diaphragm — the muscle that separates the chest from the abdomen — develops a hole called a hernia. Learn about treatment before birth.

Ringing or other noises in one or both ears that may be constant or come and go.

A pregnancy in which the fertilized egg implants outside the uterus.

A dangerous condition that happens when the small flap that covers the windpipe swells and blocks airflow into the lungs.

Swelling of the cervix, the lower end of the womb that opens into the vagina.

A hole or tear in the tissue that divides the ear canal from the middle ear, also called the eardrum.

Pain or irritation of the throat, often caused by an infection such as a cold or flu. Swallowing often makes it feel worse.

An infection of the outer ear canal, also called swimmer's ear. The outer ear canal runs from the eardrum to the outside of the head.

This rare disorder involves an overgrowth of cells in your body's lymph nodes. Treatment varies depending on how many lymph nodes are involved.

Fear of places and situations that might cause panic, helplessness, or embarrassment.

Learn about this rare disorder that causes tumors and overproduction of hormones.