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Gonorrhea for Parents
Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted disease (STD). Many people with gonorrhea have no symptoms. They can spread the infection to others without knowing it.
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Albinism for Teens
Humans, animals, and even plants can have albinism, a condition that gives people a kind of pale appearance. Find out more about albinism here.
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5 Ways to Cope When a Loved One Dies for Teens
We all face grief at some point. Here are ideas that might help you cope when someone you love has died.
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Coping With Divorce for Kids
If your parents decide to divorce, you may have a lot of emotions and questions. Here are some ways to feel better and get through it all.
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Varicocele for Teens
A varicocele is an enlargement of the veins in the scrotum. Although there is no way to prevent a varicocele, it usually needs no special treatment.
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Gonorrhea for Teens
The STD gonorrhea can be very dangerous if it's not treated, even in someone who has mild or no symptoms. For information about how to protect yourself, read this article.
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What Is Divorce? for Kids
A divorce happens when two people who are married no longer want to be married to each other or live together. Learning more about divorce may make it a little easier to deal with.
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Gene Changes (Mutations) for Parents
A gene mutation is a change in one or more genes. Some mutations can lead to genetic disorders or illnesses.
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Undescended Testicles (Cryptorchidism) for Parents
Shortly before birth, a boy's testicles usually descend into the scrotum. When a testicle doesn't make the move, this is called cryptorchidism, or undescended testicles.
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What Is a Gene? for Kids
Why does one kid have green eyes while another kid's eyes are brown? It's all in the genes! Find out how genes work, what happens when there are problems with genes, and more.