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Conditions starting with V
31 health topics beginning with the letter V.
- Vaccine SafetyVaccines protect you and your family from disease. Learn about vaccine safety in the United States. It includes a thorough process of testing and evaluating vaccines before they can be approved.
- VaccinesVaccines protect against life-threatening diseases. Follow a recommended immunization schedule to protect yourself and others at all stages of life.
- Vaginal BleedingVaginal bleeding is different from a period. It may last for weeks, or is between periods, before puberty, during pregnancy, or after menopause. Learn about the causes.
- Vaginal CancerVaginal cancer is not very common and can be found early with a pap smear. Learn about risk factors such as HPV and the treatment options available.
- Vaginal DiseasesVaginal diseases can cause uncomfortable symptoms like itching, burning, and pain. Read about vaginitis (inflammation) and other common vaginal problems.
- VaginitisVaginitis is inflammation or infection of the vagina. Vulvovaginitis also affects the vulva. Both can cause pain, discharge, and odor. Learn about treatments.
- Valley FeverValley Fever is a disease caused by a fungus called Coccidioides. You get it from inhaling the spores of the fungus. It's most common in older adults.
- Varicose VeinsVaricose veins (or spider veins) are swollen, twisted veins that you can see just under the skin. Learn about how to keep them from getting worse.
- Vascular DiseasesYour vascular system is made up of blood vessels that carry blood to and from the heart. Learn about vascular diseases and their treatments.
- VasculitisVasculitis, also called Angiitis, is an inflammation of the blood vessels. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
- VasectomyVasectomy is a surgical form of birth control in men. Read about how it is done, and how it can sometimes be surgically reversed.
- Vegetarian DietA vegetarian diet focuses on plants for food. There is no single type of vegetarian diet. Nutrients to focus on include protein, iron and calcium.
- Veterans and Military Family HealthFamilies of military service members and veterans face some unique challenges such as disruptions in parenting. Learn how families may be affected.
- Veterans and Military HealthMilitary service members and veterans face life-threatening injuries, mental health problems and problems from exposure to environmental hazards.
- Viral InfectionsViruses cause familiar infections such as the common cold, but they also cause severe illnesses. Learn more about viral infections and their symptoms.
- Vision Impairment and BlindnessVision impairment (low vision) and blindness can have many causes. If you lose vision, you can't get it back. But there are ways to manage; learn how.
- Vital SignsYour vital signs show how well your body is functioning. They include blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate (or pulse), and temperature.
- Vitamin AVitamin A is an antioxidant. Vitamin A plays a role in your vision, bone growth, reproduction, cell functions and immune system.
- Vitamin CVitamin C is an antioxidant. It is important for your skin, bones, and connective tissue. It promotes healing and helps the body absorb iron.
- Vitamin DVitamin D helps your body absorb calcium. You can get Vitamin D in three ways: through your skin, from your diet, and from supplements.
- Vitamin D DeficiencyA lack of vitamin D (deficiency) can affect your bones and overall health. Learn who is at risk, how much vitamin D you need, and how to get enough.
- Vitamin EVitamin E is an antioxidant. It plays a role in your immune system and metabolic processes. People with certain disorders may need extra Vitamin E.
- Vitamin KVitamin K makes proteins for healthy bones and tissues. It also makes proteins for blood clotting. There are different types of vitamin K.
- VitaminsVitamins are substances that your body needs to grow and develop normally. There are 13 vitamins your body needs; Each has specific jobs.
- VitiligoVitiligo causes white patches on your skin. It occurs when the cells that give your skin its color are destroyed. Learn about possible treatments.
- VLDL CholesterolVLDL is one of the "bad" types of cholesterol. Having too much can lead to a buildup of cholesterol in your arteries. Learn how to lower your VLDL level.
- Voice DisordersOverusing your vocal cords can lead to various voice disorders such as polyps, nodules or sores on the cords. These signs may indicate a disorder.
- VolcanoesA volcano is a vent in the Earth's crust. Volcanic gas and ash can damage the lungs of infants, older adults, and people with respiratory illnesses.
- Von Hippel-Lindau DiseaseVon Hippel-Lindau disease (VHL) is a rare, genetic disease that causes tumors and cysts to grow in your body.
- Vulvar CancerVulvar cancer is cancer of the labia or skin of a woman's genitals. It is very rare, but treatable. Having HPV is a risk factor. Get more details here.
- Vulvar DisordersVulvar disorders are conditions that affect the health of a woman's genitals such as pain, skin conditions, infections or cancer. Find out more.
Source: MedlinePlus.gov, U.S. National Library of Medicine.