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When you have bronchiectasis, the airways of the lungs become wider than normal. These airways are called bronchi and bronchioles. Over time the walls of the airways become thick and scarred. The damaged airways can’t clear mucus as well. Because of this, mucus builds up in the airways. This increases the risk for lung infections. Bronchiectasis is a long-term (chronic) condition.

Your carotid dissection may need to be treated in a hospital. Treatment choices depend on your age, overall health, and symptoms.

Central auditory processing disorder (CAPD) is a problem with listening. It may be from a problem with the way the brain processes sound (auditory) information. It causes a child to have trouble hearing and understanding speech and sounds.

A skull fracture is a type of head injury. The most common causes in children include falls, sports, and motor vehicle accidents.

Stillbirth is when a baby dies in the uterus after 20 weeks or more of growing. Here you can learn about causes and symptoms of stillbirth, as well as coping with stillbirth.

Color blindness is when you can't see some colors in a normal way. Read on for details about treatment and helpful tips on living with this condition.

Computer vision syndrome is a group of eye problems. These problems are due to a lot of computer use. Treatment is done by making changes in your use of computer or digital screens.

Arthritis is a type of damage to a joint that can cause inflammation. AC arthritis affects the acromioclavicular (AC) joint. This joins the shoulder blade (scapula) and the collarbone (clavicle). AC arthritis is fairly common in older adults.

Brown syndrome is a problem with a tendon that attaches to the eyeball. In Brown syndrome, this tendon can’t move freely. This limits the eye’s normal movement. Brown syndrome is a rare disorder. It is usually present at birth (congenital). In some cases, it occurs later in life (acquired).