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Psoriatic arthritis is a rare form of arthritis or joint inflammation that affects both skin and joints. It can occur in people who have psoriasis, a skin and nail disease. Psoriasis is an ongoing (chronic) condition that causes a red, scaly, itchy rash. It also ...

Diabetes insipidus is a condition caused by not enough antidiuretic hormone (ADH) in the body. ADH is also known as vasopressin. This is a hormone that helps the kidneys keep the correct amount of water in the body. ...

Overview A baby with hydrocephalus has extra fluid in and around the brain. This fluid is called cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). Most CSF is found in fluid-filled areas (ventricles) inside the brain. Its purpose is to cushion and protect the brain and the spinal cord. Too ...

Overview Preterm labor is labor that starts before 37 completed weeks of pregnancy. Labor is when the uterus regularly tightens and the cervix starts to thin and open. This lets the baby (fetus) enter the birth canal. Causes The cause is unknown in most women ...

Toxic shock syndrome (TSS) is a cluster of symptoms that involve many systems of the body. Certain bacterial infections release toxins into the blood stream. These then spread the toxins to many body organs. This can cause severe damage and illness. ...

Urinary incontinence is the loss of bladder control. It is also called enuresis. In children under age 3, it’s normal to not have full bladder control. As children get older, they become more able to control their bladder. ...

Sinusitis is an infection of the sinuses. These infections usually happen after a cold or with allergies. ...

Summer is beckoning, and with it comes memorable family vacations or trips to visit relatives. But whether you’re traveling by car, train or airplane, motion sickness may tag along as an unwelcome companion. ...

Salmonella is a bacteria that infects the intestines and causes diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps 12 to 72 hours after infection. Over 1 million cases of salmonella infection are reported in the United States each year. ...

Excellent outcomes and the ability to provide unique innovative therapies to benefit patients with heart diseases sets St. Louis Children’s Hospital apart. ...