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Describes Graves’ disease, an autoimmune disorder and the most common cause of hyperthyroidism in the United States, and its symptoms and treatment.

Overview of islet transplantation, an experimental treatment for type 1 diabetes. Healthy islets are taken from a donated pancreas and placed in a recipient.

Lists private health insurance, government health insurance, and other health care services for people with diabetes, plus helpful organizations or resources.?

Describes the anatomy of the male perineum and discusses ways in which the perineum may be injured. Explains treatments for perineal injuries.

Describes four surgical procedures of the bowel: ileostomy, colostomy, ileoanal reservoir, and continent ileostomy.

Defines Ménétrier’s disease and describes treatment options.

Discusses chronic and acute forms of intestinal pseudo-obstruction and briefly describes symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of this rare condition.

Describes the types of inguinal hernia, as well as causes, symptoms, surgical treatment, and potential complications.

Simple kidney cysts are fluid-filled sacs that can form in one or both of your kidneys. Simple kidney cysts are usually harmless and don’t cause symptoms.

Discusses chronic and acute forms of intestinal pseudo-obstruction and briefly describes symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of this rare condition.