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Briefly discusses the types of sunburn and other problems that might occur with a sunburn, such as heat rash or heat exhaustion

Briefly discusses symptoms of sore throat caused by virus and bacteria infections and irritants. Covers common cold, mononucleosis

Info on healthcare professionals with training in specific areas. Links to info on physicians and other specialty doctors. Also

Briefly discusses types of scrapes and how they heal. Offers interactive tool to help decide when to seek care. Also offers home

Kyphosis is rounding of the upper spine that causes the person to have a hunched back. Kyphosis may be present at birth

ACTH (adrenocorticotropic hormone) is a hormone produced by the pituitary gland, located below the brain. ACTH activates glands on

The autonomic nervous system controls all "automatic" body functions, such as breathing, heart rate, blood pressure, sweating

The acromioclavicular joint is the gliding joint that forms the connection between the acromion of the shoulder blade and the

Acromegaly is a hormonal disorder in which the pituitary gland produces too much growth hormone. This disorder causes abnormal

An acoustic neuroma is a noncancerous growth or tumor on the auditory nerve near the inner ear. The auditory nerve carries sound