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Conditions starting with F
34 health topics beginning with the letter F.
- Facial Injuries and DisordersFace injuries and disorders can cause pain and affect how you look. In severe cases, they affect sight, speech, breathing and ability to swallow.
- FaintingFainting, or syncope, is a brief loss of consciousness when blood flow to the brain suddenly drops. Know the causes and what to do if someone faints.
- FallsWe all fall down sometimes. Most of the time falls are not serious. But some falls can be dangerous. Learn how to prevent falls.
- Family HistoryYour family history should be more than making a family tree. It also includes learning about your family's health. Learn more.
- Family IssuesThere is no such thing as a typical family. Learning about family issues might help you and your family resolve conflicts and communicate better.
- FatigueAre you tired? Find out about some of the common and uncommon causes of fatigue and how to help yourself.
- Female InfertilityInfertility is when a woman can't get pregnant after a year or keeps having miscarriages. Read about female infertility, its causes, and treatments.
- Fetal Alcohol Spectrum DisordersDrinking alcohol while pregnant can result in fetal alcohol spectrum disorders. The most severe is fetal alcohol syndrome. Learn the risks and available treatments and therapies.
- Fetal Health and DevelopmentYou want your baby to be healthy as she grows during each trimester. Find out about fetal health and development.
- FeverAre you running a temperature? Learn what can cause a fever and how to know when a fever can be dangerous.
- FibromyalgiaFibromyalgia (FMS) is a chronic or long-term condition characterized by pain and tenderness all over the body. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
- Fifth DiseaseFifth disease (erythema infectiosum) is a mild infection caused by parvovirus B19. It mostly affects children. Read about symptoms and what can help.
- Financial AssistanceSometimes we may need help with our medical bills or health insurance premiums. Find out about financial assistance available to you.
- Finger Injuries and DisordersIf you've ever smashed a finger or two accidentally, you know how hard it is to return to your daily tasks. Learn about finger injuries and disorders.
- Fire SafetyFires can spread in the home very quickly. Do you know if you're prepared in the event of a fire? Find out about fire safety.
- First AidAccidents happen! Are you prepared? Learn about what you need in your first aid kit and how to help if someone is injured.
- FistulasAn abnormal connection between two body parts is called a fistula. Treatment depends on the location of the fistula. Read more about them here.
- FloodsFloods can happen in the blink of an eye. Learn how to prepare yourself and your family in the event of a flood.
- FluThe flu can cause serious illness in people over 65, babies, and people with certain chronic illnesses. The best way to prevent the flu is to get a vaccine.
- Flu ShotThe flu shot causes your body to develop antibodies against influenza viruses. Know more about getting vaccinated against getting the flu.
- Fluid and Electrolyte BalanceHow do you know if your fluids and electrolytes are in balance? Find out.
- Folic AcidIf you are pregnant, your doctor has probably talked to you about folic acid. This important B vitamin is also important for everyone. Learn more.
- Food AllergyFood allergy is an abnormal response triggered by your body's immune system. The reaction may be mild or severe (anaphylaxis). Learn more.
- Food LabelingMost packaged foods in the U.S. have food labels. The label can help you eat a healthy, balanced, diet. Learn more.
- Food SafetySafe steps in food handling, cooking, and storage can prevent foodborne illness. Learn the four basic steps to food safety.
- Foodborne IllnessMany pathogens and bacteria can contaminate what we eat and cause food poisoning. Find out the food and germs most associated with foodborne illness.
- Foot HealthHave you been taking good care of your feet? Learn how to select the right footwear and how to practice healthy foot care on the Foot Health topic.
- Foot Injuries and DisordersYour feet take a beating during long walks, runs or daily routines. If you're feeling foot pain, learn about foot injuries and disorders right here.
- Foreign BodiesIf you've ever gotten a splinter or had sand in your eye, you've had experience with a foreign body. Many do not cause serious harm. Learn more.
- FracturesA fracture is a partial or complete break in the bone. There are different causes and types of fractures. Symptoms include intense pain, swelling and bruising.
- Fragile X SyndromeFragile X syndrome is caused by a change in a gene and is passed from parent to child. Learn about symptoms and effects of this genetic disorder.
- Friedreich AtaxiaFriedreich ataxia (FA) is an inherited disease that damages your nervous system. Symptoms usually begin between ages 5 and 15. Learn the symptoms.
- FrostbiteDid you know that frostbite can cause permanent damage? Learn how to identify frostbite symptoms and what to do if you think you have frostbite.
- Fungal InfectionsFungal infections, or mycoses, are caused by fungi. Many are mild and easy to treat, but others are very serious. Read about the types and treatments.
Source: MedlinePlus.gov, U.S. National Library of Medicine.